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Important Usage Instructions
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE
ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
ONLY.
COPYRIGHT WARNING:
Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the
rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.
Digital Video Camcorder, OPTURA Pi A and Compact Power Adapter, CA-560
Introduction
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual.
If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the
equipment.
Canon U.S.A. Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
Tel No. (516)328-5600
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
Important Warning
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure, that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In these safety instructions the word
“product” refers to the Canon Digital Video
Camcorder OPTURA Pi A and all its
accessories.
1. Read Instructions — All the safety and
operating instructions should be read
before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions — The safety and
operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the
product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions — All operating and
maintenance instructions should be
followed.
6. Accessories — Do not use accessories
not recommended in this manual as
they may be hazardous.
7. Avoid magnetic or electric fields — Do
not use the camera close to TV
transmitters, portable communication
devices or other sources of electric or
magnetic radiation. They may cause
picture interference, or permanently
damage the camera.
8. Water and Moisture — Hazard of electric
shock — Do not use this product near
water or in rainy/moist situations.
9. Placing or Moving — Do not place on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or
table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the
product.
A product and cart
combination should be
moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause
the product and cart combination to
overturn.
11. Polarization — The CA-560 Compact
Power Adapter is equipped with a
polarized 2-prong plug (a plug having
one blade wider than the other).
The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into
the power outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert
the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug still fails to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
12. Power Cord Protection — Power cords
should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them. Pay
particular attention to plugs and the point
from which the cords exit the product.
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Introduction
5. Cleaning — Unplug this product from the
wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product
should be cleaned only as
recommended in this manual.
10. Power Sources — The CA-560 Compact
Power Adapter should be operated only
from the type of power source indicated
on the marking label. If you are not sure
of the type of power supply to your
home, consult your product dealer or
local power company. Regarding other
power sources such as battery power,
refer to instructions in this manual.
13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an
outside antenna is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna is
grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Section 810 of
the National Electrical Code, ANSI /
NFPA No. 70—1984, provides
information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of
antenna discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements
for the grounding electrode. See figure
1.
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EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS
PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Fig. 1
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ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE
UNIT
(NEC SECTION
810-20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
Introduction
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
POWER SERVICE
GROUNDING ELECTRODE
SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
14. Lightning — For added protection of this
product during a lightning storm, or when
it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, disconnect it from the
wall outlet and disconnect the antenna.
This will prevent damage to the product
due to lightning and power-line surges.
15. Power Lines — An outside antenna
system should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits.
When installing an outside antenna
system, extreme care should be taken to
keep from touching such power lines or
circuits as contact with them might be
fatal.
16. Overloading — Do not overload wall
outlets and extension cords as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
17. Objects and Liquid Entry — Never push
objects of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out
parts that could result in a fire or electric
shock. Be careful not to spill liquid of any
kind onto the product.
18. Servicing — Do not attempt to service
this product yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
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19. Damage Requiring Service —
Disconnect this product from the wall
outlet and all power sources including
battery, and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following
conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or
objects have fallen into, the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to
rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate
normally even if you follow the
operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the
operation instructions. Improper
adjustment of other controls may
result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to its
normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct
change in performance. This indicates
a need for service.
20. Replacement Parts — When
replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used
replacement parts that are specified by
Canon or that have the same
characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in
fire, electric shock or other hazards.
21. Safety Check — Upon completion of any
service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the product is
in safe operating order.
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Contents
Introduction
Important Usage Instructions ....................2
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS ..................................3
Thank you for Choosing a Canon ..............6
Quick Overview
Using the Full Range of
Features
~ General ... ~
Turning the Optical Image Stabilizer
Off ......................................................34
Selecting from the Menus ........................35
Using the Wireless
Controller/Tally Lamp ........................38
~ For Recording ...~
Setting the Date and Time........................41
Recording in Progressive Scan Mode
(Digital Motor Drive) ..........................44
Taking Still Pictures ................................46
Using a Canon Speedlite for Flash
Photography (optional)........................48
Using the VL-3 Video Light (optional)....49
Using the DM-50 Microphone
(optional) ............................................50
Searching and Reviewing While
Recording ............................................51
Using the Various Recording
Programs..............................................52
The serial number of this product may be found on
the bottom of the camera. No others have the
same serial number as yours. You should record
the number and other vital information here and
retain this book as a permanent record of your
purchase to aid identification in case of theft.
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~ When Making Manual Adjustments ...~
Adjusting Exposure Manually..................68
Adjusting Focus Manually ......................71
Setting the White Balance ........................72
~ For Playback ...~
Displaying Date, Time and Camera Data
(Data Code) ........................................74
Searching the Tape (Photo Search/
Date Search) ........................................77
Returning to a Pre-Marked Position ........78
Editing
The Dubbing Function ............................79
Using the Dubbing Function for the
First Time ........................................81
Cut-In and Cut-Out Adjustments ..........85
Simple Editing to a VCR ......................87
Dubbing with Digital Video
Equipment ..........................................88
Recording from a VCR, TV or Other
Camcorder (Analog Line-in) ..............90
Recording Over Existing Scenes
(A/V Insert Editing) ............................92
Audio Dubbing ........................................95
Setting the Audio Mix ..............................98
Introduction
Introducing the OPTURA Pi......................7
Finding Your Way Around
OPTURA Pi ..........................................8
Powering Your Camcorder ......................11
Loading a Cassette ..................................16
Basic Recording ......................................18
Zooming ..................................................22
Using the LCD Screen ............................23
Playing Back a Cassette ..........................27
Connections for Playback on a
TV Screen............................................30
Tips for Making Better Videos ................32
Using Digital Effects ................................56
Using the Multi-Image Screen ................62
Audio Recording ......................................64
Setting the Self-Timer ..............................66
Additional Information
Preparing the Camera ............................100
Notes on Using the Batteries..................102
Maintenance ..........................................105
Troubleshooting......................................109
The OPTURA Pi System Diagram ........112
Optional Accessories ..............................113
Screen Displays ......................................117
Specifications ........................................122
Index ......................................................123
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model Name OPTURA Pi
Serial No.
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Thank you for Choosing a Canon
First, we’d like to thank you for
purchasing this Canon camcorder. Its
advanced technology makes it very
easy to use — you will soon be making
high-quality videos which will give you
pleasure for years to come.
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To get the most out of your new
camcorder, we recommend that you
read this manual thoroughly — there
are many sophisticated features which
will add to your recording enjoyment.
Your camcorder is supplied with the
following accessories:
WL-D74 Wireless
Controller
Two AA batteries
SS-600 Shoulder Strap
Lens cap and lens cap
cord
BP-511 Battery Pack
CA-560 Compact Power
Adapter (including AC
power cable)
Lithium button battery
S-150 S-video Cable
Introduction
Getting started
To get started we suggest that you
master the basic operations of the
camcorder first, before moving on to
use its full range of features.
For quick reference (in addition to the
contents and index) please refer to:
• Finding your way around
OPTURA Pi ( 8)
• Screen displays ( 117)
• Troubleshooting — in case you run
into any problems ( 109)
Symbols used in this Instruction
Manual:
: Reference page numbers
: Supplementary notes for
camcorder operation
‘ : Operation confirmation beeps
( 21)
• Capital letters are used to refer to
settings displayed in the menus and
buttons labeled on the camcorder
itself, e.g. Press the MENU button.
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STV-250N Stereo
Video Cable
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Introducing the OPTURA Pi
Digital Video
OPTURA Pi is a next
generation digital video
camcorder that conforms
to the digital video D
standard and is equipped
with the IEEE 1394 DV
terminal to give you
outstanding picture
quality.
Progressive Scan CCD
3.5” LCD Screen
A big LCD screen makes
it easy for you to shoot
colorful, well composed
video. It is also great for
playback.
Optical Image Stabilizer
Optical technology
stabilizes your
recordings even in long
telephoto shots.
12× Lens and 48× Digital
Zoom
Still Photos
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Allows the Canon Video Light VL-3
or the Directional Stereo Microphone
DM-50 (both optional) to be easily
attached and powered by the camera’s
own power source. Also attach the
Speedlite 550EX, 380EX or 220EX
for EOS cameras (all optional).
Dubbing Function
OPTURA Pi’s dubbing
function is easy to use.
You can add digital
effects during dubbing.
Digital Effects
Advanced digital
technology allows you to
add special effects during
recording or playback.
Display 4, 9 or 16 still
images at once with the
multi-image screen.
Audio Dubbing/A/V Insert
Editing
Quick Overview
Shoot both superb quality
video and beautifully
clear still pictures
(Digital Motor Drive).
Choose your favorite
scenes from videos (taken
using progressive scan)
and display them as blurfree still pictures too!
Advanced Accessory Shoe
Add new sound to
original sound, or
replace original sound
and images on a
prerecorded tape.
Analog Line-in Recording
Connect to a VCR or
analog camcorder and
record onto a DV tape in
the OPTURA Pi.
PCM Digital Sound
The OPTURA Pi has the
technology to capture
crisp, clear, digital still
pictures.
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Finding Your Way Around OPTURA Pi
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– REC SEARCH button (p. 51)/
Record review button (p. 51)
+ REC SEARCH button (p. 51)
Speaker (p. 26)
LCD screen (p. 23)
Digital effects
ON/OFF button (p. 60)
DV (in/out) terminal (p. 88)
Quick Overview
OPEN/EJECT
switch (p. 16)
REW button
(p. 27)
PLAY/PAUSE
button (p. 27)
FF button (p. 27)
STOP button (p. 27)
REC PAUSE (LINE-IN)
button (p. 88, 91)
Backup battery holder (p. 104)
m (LANC) terminal (p. 87)
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D. EFFECTS (Digital effects)
button (p. 60)
Selector dial (p. 36)
Infra-red signal transmitter
(for dubbing) (p. 80)
MENU button (p. 36)
Battery attachment unit (p. 12)
BATT (battery)
RELEASE button (p. 12)
LCD panel open
button (p. 23)
Strap attachment bar (p. 101)
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Viewfinder (p.100, 106)
PHOTO button (p. 46)
Viewfinder focusing
lever (p. 100)
Zoom controller (p. 22)
Viewfinder protect cover
(p. 106)
Power indicator (p. 18)
Program selector (p. 19)
Program selector
Program AE (p. 53)
EXP button (p. 68)
Grip belt (p. 100)
FOCUS/DATA CODE button
(p. 71)/(p. 74)
Start/stop button (p. 19)
Quick Overview
Easy Recording (p. 54)
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Strap attachment bar (p. 101)
POWER switch (P. 18)
POWER switch
•VCR
•O F F
•MOVIE
•P.SCAN
VCR mode
ER
POW
VCR
OFF
Camera mode
VIE
MO
AN
P.SC
Cassette compartment
cover (p. 16)
Cassette compartment
(p. 16)
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Advanced accessory shoe
(p. 49, 50)
CHARGE indicator (p. 12)
Tally lamp (p. 40)
Stereo microphone
(p. 95)
Remote sensor
(P. 39)
(phones)
terminal
(p. 26)
Terminal cover
S terminal
(p. 30)
S
Quick Overview
DC IN
terminal (p. 11)
Audio/video
(in/out)
terminal (p. 30)
IN/OUT
DC IN
9.5V
A/V IN/OUT
MIC
MIC
terminal (p. 64, 95)
PHOTO button (p. 46)
Transmitter
START/STOP
button (p. 19)
Zoom buttons (p. 22)
MENU button (p. 36)
SELF TIMER button (p. 66)
Controller buttons (p. 36)
START
/STOP PHOTO
SELF
TIMER
TV SCREEN button (p. 117)
DATA CODE button (p. 74)
D. EFFECTS (Digital effects)
button (p. 61)
AUDIO MONITOR button
(p. 98)
REC PAUSE button (p. 88)
ZERO SET MEMORY button
(p. 78)
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Backup battery
holder (p. 104)
Tripod socket (p. 32)
ZOOM
W
T
SET button (p. 36)
MENU
TV
SCREEN
SET
DATA
CODE D.EFFECTS
REC SEARCH
PAUSE SELECT
ZERO SET
MEMORY REW
PLAY
FF
AUDIO
DUB.
STOP
+/
–/
A/V
INSERT PAUSE
Digital effects ON/OFF button (p. 60)
ON/OFF
MIX
AUDIO
BALANCE
ST-2
MONITOR ST-1
SLOW
×2
REMOTE SET
WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-D74
MIX BALANCE buttons (p. 98)
Search buttons (p. 77)
SEARCH SELECT button (p. 77)
FF
button (p. 27)
PLAY
button (p. 27)
button (p. 29)
× 2 button (p. 29)
STOP
button (p. 27)
AUDIO DUB. button (p. 96)
SLOW
A/V INSERT button (p. 93)
REW
REMOTE SET button (p. 39)
button (p. 29)
PAUSE
button (p. 28)
button (p. 29)
button (p. 27)
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Powering Your Camcorder
Before operating your camera, you will need to use the power adapter to:
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Provide power from an AC outlet
or
Charge a battery pack
• The power adapter converts current from a household power socket (100–240 V
AC, 50/60 Hz) to the DC current used by your camera.
• If the adapter is used next to a TV, it may cause bars to appear on the TV —
move the adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable.
Connecting the camera to an AC outlet
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2
Quick Overview
1,4
Use the power adapter to provide your camera with instant power from an AC
outlet. Always turn the camera off before connecting/removing the power source.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Connect the power adapter to the camera’s DC IN terminal.
Connect the power cable to the power adapter.
Plug the adapter into an AC outlet.
Disconnect the power adapter after use.
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Attaching and charging the battery packs
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2
1
ER
POW
3
VCR
OFF
IE
MOV
P.SCAN
4
Quick Overview
•V C R
•O F F
•MOVIE
•P.SCAN
Your battery pack was partially charged before it left the factory. It should have
enough power for you to check that your camera is working properly. However,
you must charge the battery pack fully if you want it to power the camera for more
than a few minutes.
Always turn the camera off and raise the viewfinder before connecting/removing
the battery.
1. Set the POWER switch to OFF.
2. Attach the battery to the camera.
• Remove the battery pack’s terminal cover.
• Rotate the viewfinder upwards.
• With the triangle on the battery pack pointing downwards, align the edge of
the battery pack with the line on the camera, press lightly and slide the
battery down until it clicks into place.
3. Connect the power adapter to the camera.
4. Connect the power cable to the adapter and plug it into an AC
outlet.
• The charge indicator flashes red to show that charging is in progress. Single
flashes mean that the battery pack is less than 50% charged. Double flashes
mean that it is between 50% and 75% charged. Triple flashes mean that it is
more than 75% charged. The indicator glows steadily when the battery pack
is fully charged. If the indicator blinks twice a second, there is something
wrong with the battery pack.
• Charging will also take place when the camera is in stop mode during VCR
mode, or the camera has turned itself off after being left in record pause
mode for more than about 5 minutes.
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5. When charging is complete, disconnect the power adapter.
6. Remove the battery pack after use.
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• Press and hold the BATT. RELEASE button while you slide the battery up.
• Never connect an unspecified product to the camera’s DC terminal. Likewise,
do not connect the power adapter to an unspecified product.
• You can find detailed notes for using the batteries in the “Notes on Using the
Batteries” ( 102). These notes include charging and recording times and how
to install the backup battery.
CA-560 Compact Power Adapter
100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
34 W
9.5 V, 2.7 A DC
32°F–104°F (0°C–40°C)
2 1/4 × 1 1/8 × 4 1/8 in (57 × 28 × 104 mm)
6 3/8 oz (180 g) (without power cable)
Quick Overview
Specifications
Power supply
Power consumption
Rated output
Operating temperature range
Dimensions
Weight
Weight and dimensions are approximate.
Errors and omissions excepted.
Subject to change without notice.
When replacement of power supply is required, please return it to the
responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same
type number CA-560 or equivalent.
The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. For
areas where 120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adapter.
Contact your nearest Canon Service Center for further information.
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Using the Charge Adapter CR-560 Kit (optional)
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The Compact Power Adapter CA-560 included with the camera can be used along
with the CR-560 Kit for 3 different ways to power the camera or charge battery
packs:
1. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs with power from your car battery.
2. Operate the camera with power from your car battery.
3. Charge BP-500 Series battery packs from a household AC outlet.
Also refer to the CR-560 instructions.
The Charge Adapter/Car Battery Cable Kit CR-560 includes the following:
Quick Overview
Charge Adapter
DC Cable
Car Battery Cable
1. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs with power from your car
battery.
1 or 2 BP-500 Series battery pack(s) + Charge Adapter + Car Battery Cable→
your cigarette lighter
CHARGE
To your
cigarette lighter
• Fast charging for the high-capacity BP-522 (optional). Fifteen minutes of
charging gives 60 minutes of recording (using the viewfinder).
Time required for full charge
from car battery or household outlet
BP-511
1 hr. 20 min.
BP-522 (optional)
1 hr. 40 min.
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2. Operate the camera with power from your car battery.
Camera + DC Cable + Charge Adapter + Car Battery Cable → your cigarette
lighter
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To your
cigarette lighter
3. Charge battery packs from a household AC outlet.
Charge Adapter + Compact Power Adapter
Quick Overview
• Fast charging for the high-capacity BP-522 (optional). Fifteen minutes of
charging gives 60 minutes of recording (using the viewfinder).
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Loading a Cassette
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OPEN/
EJECT
PUSH
Only use videocassettes marked with the D logo.*
Loading and unloading
Quick Overview
1. Make sure that you have attached a power source.
2. Slide the OPEN / EJECT 5 switch upwards to release the cassette
compartment cover.
• Pull the cover fully open (while holding the button upwards) and wait a
couple of seconds for the cassette compartment to open automatically.
• The confirmation beep sounds when the cassette cover fully opens.
3. Load or unload the cassette.
• Insert the cassette gently with the window facing out, and the REC/SAVE
tab on the outer lower corner.
• Remove the cassette by pulling it straight out.
4. Press the P mark on the compartment until it clicks, and wait
for it to close.
5. Click the cover back into place.
* D is a trade mark.
• After loading a cassette, use record search ( 51) to find the point where you
want to start recording.
• Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing
automatically, or attempt to close the cover.
• Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover.
• Do not leave the cassette in the camera after use — return it to its case and store
it in a cool, clean, dry place.
• When you turn the camera’s power on, v flashes in the display until you load a
cassette.
• With some types of tapes, the remaining tape display may not give an accurate
reading ( 117).
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Protecting tapes from accidental erasure
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REC
SAVE
REC
SAVE
To protect your recording from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette so
that it exposes the hole. (This switch position is usually labeled SAVE or ERASE
OFF.)
If you load this cassette and put the camera in record pause mode ( 18), “THE
TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION” is displayed for approx. four
seconds and then the v mark flashes in the display. The camera also shows the
above phrase if you accidentally press the REC PAUSE button on the camera or
the wireless controller with the camera switched to VCR mode.
If you want to record on the cassette again, slide the tab back so the hole is closed.
• To protect the tape heads, transfer cassettes directly from the tape case to the
camcorder — do not open the tape protect cover or touch the tape itself.
• Do not use cassettes where the tape has been damaged or spliced — they may
damage the camcorder.
• Do not insert anything into the small holes on the cassette or cover them with
cellophane tape.
• Handle cassettes with care — dropping them or exposing them to external
shocks may cause internal damage.
• Store cassettes in the provided case, first rewinding them to the start of the tape
and then storing them upright.
• A cassette with metal plated terminals may become dirty with use, affecting
information transfer. Therefore, after using a tape about ten times, be sure to
clean the terminals with a cotton swab.
Quick Overview
Handling cassettes
Cassette Memory
You are unable to use the cassette memory function with this camcorder.
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Basic Recording
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Before you start recording
Quick Overview
Have you completed the following steps?
• Attached a power source ( 11).
• Removed the lens cap and fastened the shoulder strap ( 100).
• Chosen the display: viewfinder ( 100) or LCD screen ( 23)
• When you’re using the viewfinder, fully close the LCD or rotate the LCD so that
it faces the same direction as the lens ( 23).
• When using the viewfinder with the BP-522 Battery Pack (optional) attached,
extend the viewfinder.
You may also want to install the backup battery (
and time display ( 41).
104) in order to set the date
To record
1. Push the small button on the POWER switch and hold, turn the
POWER switch to MOVIE.
• The camera automatically sets to record pause mode. PAUSE appears in the
display.
• The camera power indicator lights up.
• The confirmation beep sounds.
• The camera will turn itself off if you leave it in record pause mode for more
than about five minutes. To return to record pause mode, set the POWER
switch to OFF and then back to MOVIE.
2. Load a cassette (
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3. Slide the program selector to [.
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• This selects the camera’s Easy Recording program. It allows you to simply
point and shoot without making any manual adjustments ( 54).
4. Press and release the start/stop button once to begin recording.
• The tally lamp flashes and REC appears in the display.
• To take still photographs, see p. 46.
5. Press and release the start/stop button again to pause recording.
• The camera returns to record pause mode and PAUSE reappears in the
display.
• You can stop and restart recording as often as you like by pressing the
start/stop button.
• After loading a cassette, start recording when the tape counter has stopped.
When you have finished recording
Replace the lens cap.
Return the viewfinder to its retracted position.
Return the LCD screen flush to the camera body.
Unload the cassette.
Set the POWER switch to OFF.
Disconnect the power source.
• To check that the camera is recording correctly, make a test recording first.
• Before making important recordings, clean the video heads using a Canon
DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available
digital video head cleaning cassette.
• To close the LCD panel, rotate it vertically until the screen faces you, then push
it in flat against the side of the camera until it clicks securely.
• You cannot monitor the sound from the speaker when recording.
• For tips on how to make better videos, see p. 32.
• For extra recording time, set REC MODE in the camera menu to LP ( 20).
• The flashing of the tally lamp may be reflected into the lens during close-up
recording, or when recording through glass. You may therefore decide to turn it
off ( 40).
Quick Overview
•
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•
•
•
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Changing the recording mode (SP/LP)
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You can record and play back a tape in SP (standard play) and LP (long play)
modes. LP extends tape usage by 1.5 times.
To switch to LP mode, select REC MODE from the camera or VCR menu, select
LP and then close the menu (for instructions on how to use the menus, see p. 35).
You can’t add sound (audio dubbing) or images (A/V insert) to a tape that has
been recorded in LP mode. If you plan to use either of these functions later,
record in SP mode.
REC MODE••••SP
Quick Overview
(
35, 36)
• When recording and playing back tapes in LP mode, the nature of the tape and
usage conditions may affect recording, mosaic-like noise may appear in the
image and the sound may be distorted during playback of tapes recorded in LP
mode. For important recordings, therefore, set the camera to SP mode.
• If you record in both modes on the same tape, the picture may become distorted
during playback and the time code may not be written correctly.
• A tape recorded in LP mode on other digital equipment may produce mosaiclike noise and the sound may become distorted when played back on this
camcorder, and vice versa.
16:9 (Widescreen TV recording)
Produces images in the 16:9 format for
playback on widescreen TVs.
16:9••••••••OFF
(
35)
1. Select 16:9 from the camera menu and turn it ON/OFF.
2. Press the MENU button once more to close the menu.
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• “16:9” is shown in the display when you switch the 16:9 effect on.
• You cannot use the 16:9 digital effect with the Easy Recording program.
• If you play back a recording made for 16:9 on a normal TV screen, the image
will appear to be vertically “squashed” (compressed).
• If you connect the camera to a TV with an S1 terminal or the Video ID-1
system, recordings made in the 16:9 mode for wide screen TVs will
automatically play back in wide screen mode on the TV screen.
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Confirmation/Warning beeps
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The camera’s short operation confirmation beeps are indicated by ` in the
illustrations. Beeps sound upon certain camera operations such as when you turn
the camera on, during the self-timer countdown, right before the camera’s
automatic shut-off, and also upon any unusual condition of the camera. Beeps are
not recorded on the tape. You can turn them OFF through the menu.
BEEP••••••••ON
(
35, 36)
Demonstration mode
DEMO MODE•••OFF
(
35)
Quick Overview
To see a demonstration of the camera’s main features, before loading the cassette,
go to the DEMO MODE option in the camera menu. Select the ON setting and
close the menu. The demo also starts automatically if the power has been on for 5
minutes without a cassette loaded into the cassette compartment. (You can avoid
this by turning the DEMO MODE to OFF through the camera menu.) To cancel
the demo mode once it has begun: press any button other than the ones below the
LCD screen, turn off the power, or load a cassette.
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Zooming
Zoom in
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W
T
Zoom out
12× optical zoom
Quick Overview
The camera’s 12× zoom lens allows you to choose the best picture angle for each
scene:
• Move the zoom control towards W to zoom out to wide-angle.
• Move it towards T to zoom in to telephoto.
You can also control the speed of zooming:
• Move the control slightly to zoom slowly.
• Move it farther to zoom more quickly. (The farther you move the zoom control,
the faster the zoom speed.)
The T and W buttons on the wireless controller adjust the picture angle, but not
the zoom speed.
48× digital zoom
Turn the digital zoom on by choosing D.ZOOM from the camera menu, to
magnify the camera’s zoom range by 4×.
D.ZOOM••••••ON
(
35)
The zoom control continues to work as usual. You can freely zoom in and out
between 1× and 48× magnification — the camera automatically switches between
optical zooming (up to 12×) and digital zooming (12× to 48×). A zoom bar shows
up in the display. The digital zoom area is in blue.
• When zooming, as a rule, keep at least 3 ft 33/8 in (1 m) between you and your
subject. However when the zoom is at the wide-angle position, you can focus
on a subject as close as 3/8 in (1 cm).
• Image resolution is slightly lower when the magnification is greater than 12×.
• You cannot use the digital zoom with the multi-image screen.
• When digital zoom is turned off, the zoom bar shortens to optical zoom length.
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Using the LCD Screen
Open the LCD screen
E
Push the LCD panel open button and
open the panel by pulling it away from
the camera. This automatically
switches the LCD screen on and the
viewfinder off. When you close the
LCD panel, the LCD screen
automatically switches off and the
viewfinder switches back on.
Changing the angle of the LCD screen
You can choose the angle of the screen
that suits you best by opening and
rotating the screen, also you can rotate
the LCD screen so that faces in the
direction of the lens ( 25).
180°
You can also push the panel flat
against the camera until it is flush with
the side, with the screen facing
outwards.
Quick Overview
90°
90°
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•
•
•
•
Avoid touching the LCD screen when moving the LCD panel.
Do not hold the camera by the LCD panel or the viewfinder.
Make sure you open the LCD panel at 90°, before attempting to rotate it.
Always rotate the LCD panel vertically into place, before closing it or pushing
it flat against the side of the camera.
• Always fully close the LCD panel until it clicks securely.
• Be careful not to leave the LCD, viewfinder or lens exposed to direct sunlight
outdoors or in a window. Doing so could cause damage.
• Bright light falling on the LCD screen may cause glare that makes it difficult
for you to view the image. In this case, switch to using the viewfinder. You are
also able to adjust the brightness of the screen (see “Adjusting the LCD screen”
below).
Adjusting the LCD screen
Quick Overview
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. Adjust the level by choosing
BRIGHTNESS from the menu.
A bar showing the level appears in the display for 4 seconds.
• Turn the selector dial up to make the display brighter.
• Turn the selector dial down to make the display darker.
BRIGHTNESS••
(
–
+
35, 36)
• The camera will remember your brightness setting even after you turn it off.
• The brightness of the LCD does not effect that of the recorded images or the
viewfinder.
About the LCD Screen
The LCD screen built into this camcorder is a high precision product.
However, small black dots or bright points of light (red, blue or green) may
appear constantly on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction of the LCD screen
and they are not recorded on the tape. (Effective dots: more than 99.99%)
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Allowing the subject to monitor recording
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When you turn the LCD panel so that it
faces the same direction as the lens,
you can watch yourself during
recording or let your subject monitor
recording. The viewfinder is also
activated when the panel is in this
position.
• You can choose the display style,
reversed (mirror on) or not (mirror
off). The recording itself is
unaffected regardless of which one
you choose.
MIRROR••••••ON
(
35)
Indicators that appear when “mirror” is selected:
Quick Overview
1. Open the camera menu and point the arrow at MIRROR.
2. Select the OFF setting and close the menu.
REC
REC PAUSE
EJECT
• These and all other indicators appear normally in the viewfinder.
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Built-in speaker and headphone terminal
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The camcorder has a built-in speaker and a headphone terminal so you can review
the sound track alongside the picture during playback. The built-in speaker is
monaural; use headphones for stereo sound.
S
DC IN
9.5V
A/V IN/OUT
Quick Overview
MIC
Adjust the speaker and headphone volume by turning the selector dial.
• Turn the selector dial up to increase the volume, and down to lower the volume.
• A VOLUME bar appears in the display to indicate the current volume. It
disappears in four seconds.
• You can turn off the volume completely by turning the selector dial down until
OFF appears.
• You can also adjust the headphone volume separately from the built-in speaker,
either during VCR mode or camera mode. The volume level is the same
regardless of mode.
• The levels you adjust for the built-in speaker and headphones are memorized
separately. The camera remembers your levels even if you turn the camera off
and back on again.
• The speaker turns off when the camera is set to camera mode or when you use
headphones.
• Sometimes audio may sound distorted when the volume is turned up high. If
this happens, turn down the volume.
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Playing Back a Cassette
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You can use the LCD screen for instant, on-the-spot playback. The camera also
plays back the sound track via the built-in speaker ( 26).
• When you play back a tape, you can also close the LCD panel with its screen
side facing up.
• When you’re using the viewfinder to view playback, close the LCD panel.
To play back your recordings on a TV, see p. 30.
To use the wireless controller, see p. 38.
1. Attach a power source and turn the POWER switch to VCR.
Quick Overview
• To avoid accidental recording, make sure that you slide the tab on the cassette so
that it exposes the hole (the switch position is usually labeled SAVE or ERASE
OFF).
• The power indicator lights up.
2. Load the cassette.
3. Press the PLAY button to start playback.
• To end playback, press the STOP button.
• To wind the tape forwards, stop playback and press the FF (fast forward)
button.
• To wind the tape backwards, stop playback and press the REW (rewind)
button.
• If the playback picture is rough (mosaic-like noise), clean the video heads
using a Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a
commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette.
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Other playback modes
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Playback pause
Press the PAUSE button. To resume normal playback, press it again, or press the
PLAY button. The camera automatically goes into stop mode after about five
minutes’ playback pause.
Fast forward playback
To play back the recording at about 9.5 times normal speed, press and hold the FF
(fast forward) button during normal playback or press and hold the FF (fast
forward) button during normal fast forward.
Quick Overview
Rewind playback
For reverse playback at about 9.5 times normal speed, press and hold the
REW (rewind) button during normal playback or press and hold the REW
(rewind) button during normal rewind.
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Special playback
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These can only be operated from the
wireless controller ( 38).
Frame Advance
To play back frame by frame, press the
+/ ae button repeatedly during
playback pause.
Press and hold to play back continuous
frame advance.
REW
PLAY
FF
–/
STOP
+/
PAUSE
SLOW
×2
Frame Reverse
To play back in reverse frame by frame, press the –/4a button repeatedly during
playback pause.
Press and hold to play back continuous frame reverse.
Slow Reverse Playback
To play back in reverse at about 1/5 normal speed, press the –/4a button and
then the SLOW M button during normal playback.
Press PLAY e to return to normal playback.
• The camera automatically returns to ×1 reverse playback after about 30 seconds
of slow playback.
Quick Overview
Slow Forward Playback
To play back at about 1/5 normal speed, press the SLOW M button during normal
playback.
Press the PLAY e button to return to normal playback.
• The camera automatically returns to playback after about 30 seconds of slow
playback.
Reverse Playback
To play back in reverse at normal speed, press the –/4a button during normal
forward playback.
Press the PLAY e button to return to normal forward playback.
Forward ×2 Playback
Press the ×2 button during normal playback.
Press the PLAY e button to return to normal playback.
Reverse ×2 Playback
Press the –/4a button and then the ×2 button during normal playback.
Press the PLAY e button to return to normal playback.
• Mosaic-like noise appears on the screen during some of the special playback modes.
• There’s no audio during special playback.
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Connections for Playback on a TV Screen
You can connect the camera to a TV or VCR in order to play back your
recordings. You will need to attach a power source to the camera ( 11).
Power off all devices before starting the connections.
E
See your TV or VCR instruction manual for further details.
If your TV (or VCR) has an S (S1) -video input terminal
For higher picture quality, we recommend playing back recordings on a TV with
an S (S1) terminal. If you connect the camera to a TV with an S1 terminal or the
Video ID-1 system, recordings made in the 16:9 mode for wide screen TVs will
automatically play back in wide screen mode on the TV screen.
INPUT
S-150 S-video Cable
S(S1)-VIDEO
S
IN/OUT
DC IN
9.5V
A/V IN/OUT
Quick Overview
MIC
30
VIDEO
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
AUDIO
L
R
• Use the S-150 S-video Cable to connect the S-video terminals. Use the STV250N Stereo Video Cable to connect the AUDIO terminals. Connect the white
plug to the white AUDIO terminal L (left). Connect the red plug to the red
AUDIO terminal R (right). Do not connect the yellow plug.
• Set the TV/VIDEO selector on the television to VIDEO.
• If you are connecting the camera to a VCR, set the input selector on the VCR to
LINE.
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If your TV (or VCR) has audio/video input terminals
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S
IN/OUT
DC IN
9.5V
A/V IN/OUT
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
INPUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
MIC
R
• Connect the camera using the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable. Connect the white
plug to the white audio terminal L (left). Connect the red plug to the red audio
terminal R (right). Connect the yellow plug to the yellow video terminal
VIDEO.
• Set the TV/VIDEO selector on the television to VIDEO.
• If you are connecting the camera to a VCR, set the input selector on the VCR to
LINE.
Quick Overview
• If you are going to use the TV as a monitor while you are shooting, remember
to keep the TV volume turned down as long as the camera’s audio terminals are
connected. If the sound from the TV speakers is picked up by the microphone,
an unpleasant high-pitched squeal, called feedback, may be produced.
• For TVs having the Video ID-1 system:
If you connect the camera to the TV’s S terminal or video in terminal,
recordings made in the 16:9 mode for wide screen TVs will automatically play
back in wide screen mode on the TV screen.
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Tips for Making Better Videos
Holding the camera
E
For maximum stability, grip the camera in your right hand
and keep your right elbow pressed against your body.
If necessary support the camera with your left hand. With
practice, you will be able to operate the controls by touch,
without taking your eye off the action.
Quick Overview
Using a tripod
To prevent any unwanted movement, you can mount the
camera on a tripod, (or any flat surface at a suitable
height) and operate it with the wireless controller.
• When you are using a tripod, be careful not to leave the
viewfinder exposed to bright sunlight or it may melt.
(The light is concentrated by the viewfinder lens.)
• Make sure that the fastening screw of the tripod is no
longer than 1/4 inch (5.5 mm), or it will damage the
camera.
Composition
The most important element in the scene does not have to
be in the center. For a more interesting picture, try to
position your subject so it is slightly to one side. Leave
some space on the side of the frame that the subject is
facing or moving towards.
Don’t cut off the top of the subject’s head, and don’t cut
people off at the neck, hips or knees (move a little bit
above or below).
Watch out for distracting objects in the background.
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Picture angle
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Instead of zooming while recording, try
to choose your picture angle before you
begin. A good way to tell a story with
video is to begin with a long shot that
establishes the situation, and then move
in with medium shots and close-ups to
show the details. Remember to change
your viewpoint for each shot.
Long shot
Medium shot
Close-up
Remember that any camera movement
or change in picture angle should have
a definite purpose. Avoid unnecessary
or half-hearted movements.
Camera moves
Tilt the camera up to exaggerate the
height of the subject. Tilt down from
the top of a building, for example, as an
introduction to subjects at the bottom.
Pan
Quick Overview
Use pans to record a landscape or
follow a moving subject. Decide the
area you want to cover and stand facing
the end of your panning angle. Without
moving your feet, turn your waist to the
starting position. Start recording, and
after a few seconds begin to turn slowly
from the waist. Hold the final image for
a few seconds before you stop
recording.
Tilt
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Turning the Optical Image Stabilizer Off
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MENU
With most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be noticeable
during telephoto recording. However, the OPTURA Pi’s Optical Image Stabilizer
allows you to obtain steady recordings even at high magnification. Unlike
electronic image stabilizers, it causes no loss of picture quality. The Optical Image
Stabilizer can compensate for a wide range of camera movement — you can
record stable images even if you are shooting from a moving car.
IMAGE S.
(
•ON
35)
Using the Full
Range of Features
1. To turn the Optical Image Stabilizer off, open the camera menu
and point the arrow at IMAGE S. i.
2. Select the OFF setting and close the menu.
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• The i mark disappears from the display when the stabilizer is off.
• The image stabilizer cannot be turned off when the program selector is set to
the [ (Easy Recording) position.
• The image stabilizer is designed to deal with a normal degree of camera shake.
• Keep the image stabilizer turned off when the camera is mounted on a tripod.
• The image stabilizer is not as effective as usual when the tele-converter
(optional) is attached.
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Selecting from the Menus
Many of the camera’s advanced functions are selected from menus which appear
in the display. Availability of items in the menus depends on the mode the camera
is set to. Unavailable items appear in purple.
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There are two main menus:
1. Camera menu (when the camera is in record pause mode: the
POWER switch set to MOVIE or P. SCAN)
2. VCR menu (when the camera is in VCR mode: the POWER switch
is set to VCR)
Camera menu (CAM. MENU)
Shutter speed......................... 69
Digital zoom ......................... 22
Image stabilizer..................... 34
16:9 effect ............................. 20
White balance ....................... 72
Self-timer .............................. 66
Wireless controller. ............... 39
Tally lamp ............................. 40
Record mode......................... 20
Beep ...................................... 21
Wind screen .......................... 65
Audio mode .......................... 64
Brightness ............................. 24
Mirror mode.......................... 25
TV Screen ........................... 117
Demo mode........................... 21
Date/time display.................. 43
Time zone/
Daylight saving time............. 41
!9 Date/time set ......................... 43
CAM.MENU
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SEL.SETSET
MENUCLOSE
SHUTTER•••••AUTO
D.ZOOM••••••ON
IMAGE S.
•ON
16:9••••••••OFF
WHITE BAL.••AUTO
SELF–TIMER••OFF
WL.REMOTE•••
1
TALLY LAMP••ON
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CAM.MENU
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!1
!3
SEL.SETSET
MENUCLOSE
SELF–TIMER••OFF
WL.REMOTE•••
1
TALLY LAMP••ON
REC MODE••••SP
BEEP••••••••ON
WIND SCREEN•OFF
AUDIO MODE••12bit
+
BRIGHTNESS•• –
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!2
CAM.MENU
!4
!6
!8
SEL.SETSET
MENUCLOSE
AUDIO MODE••12bit
+
BRIGHTNESS•• –
MIRROR••••••ON
TV SCREEN•••ON
DEMO MODE•••OFF
D/T DISPLAY•OFF
T.ZONE/DST••N.Y.
D/TIME SET••JAN. 1,2000
12:00 AM
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Using the Full
Range of Features
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!1
!2
!3
!4
!5
!6
!7
!8
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VCR menu
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q
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!0
!1
!2
!3
!4
To dub mode ......................... 79
To recorder set up ................. 81
Wireless controller................ 39
Record mode......................... 20
Data code .............................. 75
Date/time select .................... 74
Brightness ............................. 24
Displays .............................. 117
6-second auto date ................ 76
Output channel...................... 99
Audio dubbing ...................... 96
Wind screen .......................... 65
Audio mode .......................... 64
Beep ...................................... 21
VCR MENU
q
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t
u
SEL.SETSET
MENUCLOSE
DUB MODE
REC.SET UP
WL.REMOTE•••
1
REC MODE••••SP
DATA CODE•••DATE/TIME
D/TIME SEL.•DATE & TIME
+
BRIGHTNESS•• –
DISPLAYS••••ON
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VCR MENU
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!1
!3
SEL.SETSET
MENUCLOSE
+
BRIGHTNESS•• –
DISPLAYS••••ON
6SEC.DATE•••OFF
OUTPUT CH•••L/R
AUDIO DUB.••AUDIO IN
WIND SCREEN•OFF
AUDIO MODE••12bit
BEEP••••••••ON
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!0
!2
!4
Turn to the appropriate page for a detailed explanation of each function.
2,4
MENU
Using the Full
Range of Features
3,5
TV
SCREEN
SET
1,6
MENU
1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.
2. Turn the selector dial to move the arrow up or down the display.
3. Press the selector dial in to select your chosen option from the
menu.
• Your selected option remains on the screen and all other options are
removed.
4. Turn the selector dial up or down to choose its setting.
5. Press the selector dial in.
• However, if you are setting anything other than the white balance or the
shutter speed, you can skip this step.
6. Press the MENU button to close the menu.
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• You can only see eight options on the screen at one time. Pointers at the
top/bottom of the screen indicate that there are more options that you can scroll
through.
• You may often find it convenient to use the wireless controller to move around
the menus. Press its MENU button to enter/leave the menu and use the arrow
keys in place of turning the selector dial. Push the SET button to select.
• Pressing the start/stop button or the PHOTO button will close the menu and
start recording.
• You can display the menus on a connected TV screen by turning TV SCREEN
on through the camera menu or using the wireless controller’s TV SCREEN
button. See p. 30 for TV hookup instructions.
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Using the Full
Range of Features
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Using the Wireless Controller/Tally Lamp
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The supplied wireless controller can
operate the camera from a distance of
up to 16 feet (5 m). Point it at the
camera’s remote sensor while you press
the buttons.
The tally lamp lights up to let you
know that the camera is in range and
responding to your commands.
ft
16
There are six functions that cannot be
operated without the wireless
controller:
• Special playback ( 29)
• Photo/date search ( 77)
• Zero set memory ( 78)
• Audio mix ( 98)
• A/V insert ( 92)
• Audio dubbing ( 95)
Using the Full
Range of Features
Inserting batteries
Insert two AA batteries, following the
= and - markings. Be careful not to
reverse the polarity of the batteries.
• When using the wireless controller in brightly lit places or outdoors, the
effective range will be less.
• The camera may have difficulty picking up the remote control signals at
extremely close range.
• Do not leave the controller exposed to direct sunlight, or in hot or humid places.
• When the batteries run out, replace them both together.
• If the wireless controller doesn’t work, see p. 40 Notes.
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Setting the remote sensor mode
To prevent interference from other
Canon wireless controllers being used
nearby, there are two remote sensor
modes and an off setting. The wireless
controller and the camera have to be set
to the same mode in order to be
compatible.
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ZOOM
W
T
REMOTE SET
The wireless controller and the camera have been preset to mode 1. If you change
the mode on the camera, be sure to change the mode on the wireless controller to
the same mode.
WL.REMOTE•••
(
1
35, 36)
A 1 : Mode 1
A 2 : Mode 2
OFFB : Sensor off
To turn the remote sensor off:
1. Open either the camera or the VCR menu and select WL. REMOTE.
2. Choose OFFB and close the menu.
• B appears in the display.
1. Open either the camera or the VCR menu and select WL. REMOTE.
2. Choose A 1 or A 2 and close the menu.
• The selected mode will appear on the display for four seconds.
...on the wireless controller:
Using the Full
Range of Features
To change the mode...
...on the camera:
Press and hold the REMOTE SET button on the wireless controller.
Simultaneously press the ZOOM W button for mode 1 or the
ZOOM T button for mode 2. Continue to press simultaneously for
over two seconds.
• Be sure to set the wireless controller to the same mode as the camera.
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If your wireless controller isn’t working:
E
Make sure the camera and the wireless controller are both set to the same mode.
Check the mode the camera is set to by pushing any button other than the
REMOTE SET button on the wireless controller. The camera’s mode appears in
purple for about four seconds. Set the wireless controller’s mode accordingly by
pressing the aforementioned button combinations. If the wireless controller still
doesn’t work, change the batteries.
• The mode the camera is set to also appears for four seconds when you turn the
power on.
Turning off the tally lamp
The tally lamp lets you know that the
camera is recording. However, its
flashing may be reflected into the lens
during close-up recording, or when
recording through glass.
You may therefore decide to turn it off.
TALLY LAMP••ON
Using the Full
Range of Features
(
40
35)
1. Open the camera menu, and point the arrow at TALLY LAMP.
2. Select the OFF setting and close the menu.
• The tally lamp no longer flashes during recording, but it will still light up
when the camera receives a signal from the wireless controller.
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Setting the Date and Time
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MENU
The date and/or time display forms part of the data code. You can choose to
display or hide it during playback ( 74).
Set the date and time display when you first start using your camera. Install the
backup battery before you begin ( 104).
• Before you start setting the date and time, select your home time zone from the
menu.
• If you are on daylight saving time now, you should set the camera to daylight
saving time. You can do this at the same time you select your home time zone.
• After you set the date and time, the date/time and home time zone will be
displayed for about four seconds each time you turn the power on.
• The camera automatically accounts for the number of days in a month and leap
year.
Setting the time zone/daylight saving time
35)
1. Set the camera to record pause mode.
• PAUSE appears in the display.
2. Open the menu and move the arrow to T. ZONE/DST with the
selector dial.
3. Press the selector dial in.
Using the Full
Range of Features
T.ZONE/DST••N.Y.
(
• The time zone display appears on the screen.
• Your camcorder’s time zone is factory-preset to New York. If you are at
another time zone, select your time zone first and daylight saving time
(DST) setting if necessary.
4. Move up or down the list of time zones by turning the selector dial.
Press the selector dial in to select the option that represents your
time zone.
• If you are now in daylight saving time, select the time zone with the
daylight saving time mark C next to the area.
5. Press the MENU button.
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16
1
19
18
24
20
4
2
3
17
6
7
10
9
15
8
5
21
23
14
12
22
11
13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Using the Full
Range of Features
No. Time zone
42
LONDON
PARIS
CAIRO
MOSCOW
DUBAI
KARACHI
DACCA
BANGKOK
H. KONG (Hong Kong)
TOKYO
SYDNEY
SOLOMON
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10 11 12 13
No. Time zone
WELLGTN (Wellington)
SAMOA
HONOLU (Honolulu)
ANCHOR (Anchorage)
L.A. (Los Angeles)
DENVER
CHICAGO
N.Y. (New York)
CARACAS
RIO (Rio de Janeiro)
FERNAN. (Fernando de Noronha)
AZORES
• After you have selected your time zone and set the date and time, when you
travel to another time zone, there is no need to reset the date and time. Just set
the time zone to your destination and the camera’s clock will automatically
change to display the correct time for your destination.
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Setting the clock
(
35)
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D/TIME SET••JAN. 1,2000
12:00 AM
1. Set the camera to record pause mode.
2. Open the menu and select D/TIME SET.
• The year display starts to flash.
3. Turn the selector dial up and down to change the year. Press the
dial in to move to another part of the display.
• Once you move from the year, the next part of the display starts flashing.
4. Set the month, day, hours, and minutes in the same way.
5. Press the MENU button when finished, and to start the clock.
• The date can be set to any year between 2000 and 2020.
• If you press the MENU button in the middle of setting the date and time the
seconds are set to zero, you leave the menu, and the clock starts.
• If you press the selector dial in after setting the minutes you can set the date
and time again from the start.
Date and time display
D/T DISPLAY•OFF
(
Using the Full
Range of Features
You can choose to display or hide the date and time display during recording.
When the date and time display is set to ON, the date and time show in the lower
left-hand corner of the display but the time zone disappears in about four seconds.
The large, four-second display will no longer appear when you turn on the power.
It is not recorded onto your tape.
35)
1. Set the camera to record pause mode.
2. Open the menu and select D/T DISPLAY.
3. Select ON and close the menu.
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Recording in Progressive Scan Mode (Digital Motor Drive)
E
In Progressive Scan Mode, the OPTURA Pi’s Digital Motor Drive records 30 full
frame images per second, continuously, for superior quality frames. Use
Progressive Scan Mode for fast moving scenes and moments that are hard to
capture just taking a still photo. Check your tennis or golf swing, for example, or
capture the smile of a baby. You can then record selected still images onto a
floppy disk with the Floppy Disk Still Image Recorder FR-100 (optional) and
easily transfer them to a personal computer for print out, making personalized
postcards, calendars, etc.
ER
POW
VCR
OFF
Using the Full
Range of Features
VIE
MO
AN
P.SC
•VCR
•O F F
•MOVIE
•P.SCAN
ER
POW
VCR
OFF
VIE
MO
AN
P.SC
1. Turn the POWER switch, set to P. SCAN (progressive scan).
• The power indicator lights up.
• PRO.SCAN appears in the display.
2. Press the start/stop button to begin recording.
• Progressive scan video may appear slightly jerky during normal playback. Some
recording conditions may be more suitable for MOVIE than P. SCAN.
• The camera will turn itself off if you leave it in record pause mode for more
than about five minutes. To return to record pause mode, set the POWER switch
to OFF and then back to P. SCAN.
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Using the Floppy Disk Still Image Recorder FR-100 (optional)
E
The FR-100 captures images taken with the camera, compressing them in JPEG
format and recording them as still images onto a floppy disk.
Also refer to the FR-100 instruction manual for further details.
DV IN/OUT
DV Cable
Using the Full
Range of Features
1. Connect the power sources for the camera and the FR-100.
2. Turn the camera’s POWER switch to VCR, and connect the
camera and the FR-100 with the DV cable (supplied with the
FR-100).
3. Insert a floppy disk into the FR-100.
4. Play back your cassette in the camera and search for the image you
want to capture. Find exactly the frame you want by using frame
advance/reverse.
5. Press the FR-100’s CAPTURE button to record the image onto the
floppy disk.
6. After you have finished recording images, remove the floppy disk
and insert it into your personal computer’s disk drive.
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Taking Still Pictures
E
1,2
PHOTO
Take still photos that you can record onto a floppy disk with the optional Floppy
Disk Still Image Recorder FR-100 ( 45) and transfer to a PC for image
enhancement and printout. Also, starting your shooting with a still photo makes it
easy to find the beginning again later with the Photo Search function ( 77).
You can record still pictures like a photograph. The camera records the picture and
sound to tape for approximately 6 seconds. The exposure is automatically
adjusted.
Take still pictures from the body of the camera or from the wireless controller.
You can take a still picture at any time during regular video recording, or you can
put the camcorder into record pause mode first, then take a still picture.
During record mode
Using the Full
Range of Features
Press the button fully down and the still picture will be taken immediately.
During record pause mode
1. Press the button halfway down and hold it:
– “PHOTO” flashes at the bottom right of display.
– Exposure is locked the instant the photo button is pressed halfway down.
– During autofocus F flashes white in the display as the camcorder adjusts
the focus and it is displayed continuously as a green mark when the
camera is ready to take the still picture.
– If the subject is unsuitable for autofocus ( 110), the camera may not be
able to focus, and F may continue to flash white in the display. Adjust the
focus manually with the selector dial.
– If you are using manual focus ( 71), the F mark starts as a continous
green mark. Focus with the selector dial.
2. Press the PHOTO button fully down to take the still picture.
• The camera takes the image immediately, and then records the “photo” to the
tape for approximately six seconds. During this time the camera also records
the sound, and the display also shows the still picture.
• A counter display appears, and counts up to six secs as the camcorder
records the picture. F disappears from the display.
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• While the camera records the still, you cannot use the camera functions
(controls, POWER switch/zoom lever, etc., do not respond until recording is
complete). This applies even when you haven’t loaded a cassette.
• The wireless controller’s PHOTO button has no half-way setting. Press the
button fully and the camera immediately takes the “photo”.
• For even greater versatility attach a Canon Speedlite for flash photography
(available as optional accessories, see p. 48), when taking still pictures from
record pause mode.
• Only take “photos” where it is bright enough to see the image in the display.
• If you want to use an effect, make sure you set it before you take your picture
(you cannot use the fade trigger while taking a still picture).
• Depending on the subject (fast moving subject, for example), the picture may
be blurred.
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Using the Full
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Using a Canon Speedlite for Flash Photography (optional)
E
For SLR-style flash photography, attach a
Canon Speedlite 220EX, 380EX or 550EX to
the camcorder’s accessory shoe.
Attach/remove the Speedlite 380EX and
550EX with their locking collars as in the
illustration. Attach/remove the Speedlite
220EX with its hot shoe lock release.
Set the camera to record pause mode. Turn
on the Speedlite using its main switch, and
wait for it to charge. When you press the
PHOTO button halfway down, the camera
sets the autofocus and the exposure is locked.
Pressing the PHOTO button fully down
releases a pre-exposure flash that sets the flash intensity, exposure and white
balance. The main flash is then sent out.
Using the Full
Range of Features
• In dark recording situations during autofocus, a supplementary light beam is
sent out by the Speedlite for approx. eight seconds to illuminate the subject
while you hold the camera’s PHOTO button halfway down.
Flash Charging
While the Speedlite is charging, a white S flashes in the display.
When the Speedlite is fully charged a green S lights up constantly in the display.
• Although it is possible to record a still image while the Speedlite is still
charging, the flash will not go off. In addition, the Speedlite cannot charge
while you are holding the PHOTO button halfway down.
• S disappears from the display while the camera records the still picture.
• If the S mark does not appear in the display when you turn the Speedlite on,
make sure that the Speedlite unit is slid fully onto the accessory shoe.
• For full details of how to use the Speedlite, refer to its instruction manual.
• Set the shutter speed (in the camera menu) to any speed between 1/60 and
1/2000.
• You cannot use the Speedlite with the exposure lock (S goes out if you press the
EXP button. It reappears when you turn the lock off, by pressing the EXP
button again.)
• Turn the Speedlite unit off when you do not require a flash.
• You are unable to use the bounce flash on the 380EX and 550EX Speedlites
with the OPTURA Pi.
• You cannot use the Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2 for the 550EX.
• You cannot use the 550EX’s multiple speedlite control.
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Using the VL-3 Video Light (optional)
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LOCK
1
LOCK
1
LO
CK
TO
AU ON
F
OF
LO
CK
3
When recording in dark rooms, attach the Video Light to the camera’s
advanced accessory shoe. The Video Light is powered by the same power source
as the camcorder.
Also refer to the VL-3 Video Light instructions.
Turn the camcorder’s power off before attaching/removing the Video Light.
1. Slide the Video Light onto the camcorder’s accessory shoe and
tighten with the shoe lock.
• Slide in the direction of the arrow on the bottom of the Video Light until it
clicks securely into place.
• Make sure that the light does not come disconnected when turning the shoe
lock.
• C (Connection) appears in the display.
• ON: The Video Light stays on.
• AUTO: The Video Light turns on/off automatically according to the level of
brightness of the shooting conditions.
• When the Video Light is set to AUTO, it will not turn itself on/off during
exposure lock or while the camera is recording a still picture, even if the
brightness of the surroundings changes.
Using the Full
Range of Features
2. Turn the camcorder’s POWER switch to camera mode.
3. Turn the Video Light’s power switch to AUTO or ON.
Caution:
• Be careful not to touch the bulb or the surrounding area during or immediately
after use; it becomes very hot. Keep the Video Light away from flammable or
plastic materials.
• Do not look directly at the bulb while the Video Light is on.
• Never carry the camera holding the Video Light.
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Using the DM-50 Microphone (optional)
E
,,,
,,,
,,,,,
,,,
,,,,,
,,,,,
The highly sensitive Directional Stereo Microphone DM-50 has been designed
exclusively for camcorders equipped with an advanced accessory shoe
. It is
powered by the camcorder’s power supply. Use during recording or audio dubbing
( 95).
Refer to the DM-50’s instructions for further details.
Turn the camcorder’s power off before attaching/removing the microphone.
Using the Full
Range of Features
1. Slide the microphone onto the accessory shoe and tighten with the
shoe lock.
• Slide in the direction of the arrow on the bottom of the microphone until it
clicks securely into place.
• Make sure that the microphone does not come disconnected when turning
the shoe lock.
2. Turn the camcorder’s POWER switch to camera mode.
• C (Connection) appears in the display.
• When dubbing audio, C (Connection) appears when you set AUDIO DUB
in the VCR menu to MIC. IN ( 97).
3. Set the microphone’s directivity switch.
SHOTGUN: Clearly picks up sound arriving from the front of the microphone
(monaural).
STEREO1: Picks up sound arriving from the front of, as well as sound
surrounding the microphone.
STEREO2: Picks up sound surrounding the microphone in a wider range than
STEREO 1.
50
• Never carry the camera holding the microphone.
• The DM-50 will not pick up any sound if another microphone is attached to the
camcorder’s microphone terminal.
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Searching and Reviewing While Recording
Record search
When the camera is in record pause
mode, you can use record search to
play the tape forwards or backwards to
find the point where you want to start
or resume recording. This is useful
when you want to add a new scene to a
previously used cassette. By using
record search, you can ensure a smooth,
noise-free join between the new scene
and the old one.
E
REC
SEARCH
1. Make sure the camera is in record pause mode.
2. Press and hold the REC SEARCH + or – button on the camera
while you check the picture in the display.
• The + button plays the recording forwards and the – button plays it
backwards.
3. Release the button when you find the point where you want to start
recording.
• The camera returns to record pause mode.
When the camera is in record pause mode, you can use record review to play back
the last few seconds of your recording and then return automatically to record
pause mode. You can quickly make sure that a scene has recorded properly and
then go on to shoot the next scene, without producing any noise in the picture.
1. Make sure the camera is in record pause mode.
2. Press and release the c (record review) button while you check the
picture in the display.
Using the Full
Range of Features
Record review
• The camera rewinds the tape, plays back the last few seconds, and returns to
record pause mode.
• Noise may appear on the screen when you play the tape backwards.
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Using the Various Recording Programs
E
P
The camera provides you with a choice of seven recording programs. They use
different combinations of camera settings in order to adjust the exposure and other
functions to match the recording situation.
• For simple point-and-shoot operation, select the Easy Recording program. Slide
the program selector to the [ position.
• For normal shooting conditions, slide the program selector down to Q (program
AE) mode. Open the program menu and select AUTO ( 53).
• For various other recording conditions, the camera has five more specialized AE
(auto exposure) programs.
Availability of functions in each recording program
Using the Full
Range of Features
Position of
program selector
52
[(Easy
Recording)
Recording
Program
Shutter Speed
Focus
Exposure
White balance
Image stabilizer (ON/OFF)
Digital effects
16:9
h : Available
P
P
Auto
h
A
ON
i
i
i : Not available
Sports
&
Portrait Spotlight Sand
Snow
A
h
h
h
h
h
h
A : Automatic function only
Low
Light
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Setting the program AE mode
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Set the camera to record pause mode.
Slide the program selector down to Q (program AE) mode.
Push the selector dial in to display the program menu.
Turn the selector dial to move the arrow up or down the display.
Push the selector dial in to select the desired program.
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• The program will appear in the display.
6. Press the start/stop button to begin recording.
• The name of your selected recording program appears constantly on the left of
the display, with the exception of the Auto, which is displayed and then
disappears after 4 seconds.
• Avoid changing programs during recording as the brightness of the image may
change suddenly.
• The specialized AE programs are not suitable for all kinds of lighting. The
image may flicker, or a bright line may appear on the screen if you use them in
the wrong lighting conditions.
• If you switch the camera from the [ program to the Q program, the camera
returns to the Auto program.
Using the Full
Range of Features
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Easy Recording
E
The simplest way to use the camera is with the
program selector set to the [ position. The
camera will take care of focus, exposure and
other adjustments, leaving you free to point and
shoot.
[
Auto
This is the same as the Easy Recording program,
except that you now have the option of using any
of the camera’s manual functions.
AUTO
Using the Full
Range of Features
Sports
54
This program is useful for recording high-speed
sports scenes in brightly lit conditions. Normal
playback will be slightly jerky, but you will get
clear images which can be analyzed frame by
frame during slow or paused playback.
SPORTS
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Portrait
Use this program outdoors to make subjects
stand out from a softened foreground and
background. It works well for still-lifes and
close-ups. The effect is most noticeable when
the zoom position is between the middle range
and the telephoto end. Focus manually for
maximum accuracy, and be careful when
recording action scenes, as this program may
cause fast moving objects to shudder.
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PORTRAIT
Spotlight
This program is designed for recording spotlit
scenes, such as on a stage. The exposure is
automatically adjusted for glare-free recordings
of subjects lit by a concentrated light source.
SPOTLIGHT
Sand & Snow
SAND&SNOW
Using the Full
Range of Features
Use this program in places where the
background is so bright that the subject appears
underexposed in the display — a sunny beach or
ski resort, for example. You may notice some
shudder when recording moving subjects.
Low Light
This program allows you to record in dimly lit
places. It is generally best used for close-ups of
slow or stationary subjects, as moving subjects
may leave a trailing after-image. However, you
can take advantage of this to create special
effects, by rapid zooming or by panning along
with a moving subject. Picture quality will not
be as good as in normal lighting conditions, and
autofocus may not work as well as usual.
LOW LIGHT
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Using Digital Effects
Use the camera’s 3 types of digital effects for more interesting productions.
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• Faders:
Start or end scenes with a fade to or from black ( 58).
Fade Trigger, Wipe, Scroll, Mosaic Fade
• Effects:
Add flavor to your recordings ( 59).
Art, Black and White, Sepia, Mosaic
• Multi-Image Screen: Divides the display to show 4, 9 or 16 still photos. Has 4
transition speed options: fast, moderate, slow and manual
( 62).
Availability of digital effects in camera modes
Recording
Program
[ (Easy Recording)
Effects
Multi-Image
Screen
Using the Full
Range of Features
Faders
MOVIE
FADE-T.
WIPE
SCROLL
M. FADE
ART
BLK&WHT
SEPIA
MOSAIC
FAST, MOD,
SLOW
TR. SPEEDS
MANUAL
TR.SPEED
P. SCAN
PHOTO
Q (Program AE)
MOVIE
P. SCAN
PHOTO
i
h
i
i
h
h
i
h
h : Available
i : Not available
: You can’t record a multi-image screen using the PHOTO button until all the images are captured.
• You cannot use the multi-image screen with digital zoom or the 16:9 effect.
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Availability of digital effects in VCR playback modes
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Play
Faders
FADE-T.
WIPE
SCROLL
Effects
M. FADE
Reverse
Still picture
Slow forward/
Forward/reverse
Playback
playback
reverse playback
×2 playback
h
(Press PAUSE
h
(Press PLAY
Set only
to fade out)
Set only
or PAUSE
to fade in)
ART
BLK&WHT
SEPIA
h
h
i
i
h
h
h
Multi-Image
Screen
MOSAIC
FAST, MOD,
SLOW
TR. SPEEDS
i
MANUAL
i
h
h
TR.SPEED
h : Available
i : Not available
Using the Full
Range of Features
• When you do not want to use digital effects, press the D.EFFECTS button and
select D.EFFECT | from the digital effects menu. Press the D.EFFECTS
button to close the menu.
• The camera remembers your chosen digital effect setting until you change it.
• Digital effects cannot be operated on a blank blue screen (appears during
playback). The display continues to flash.
• Digital effects operated during VCR mode are not recorded onto the original
tape.
• Digital effects can be added to another tape when dubbing using the A/V out
terminal (VCR mode), but not the DV out terminal.
• You cannot operate digital effects while photo/date searching.
• If you slide the program selector to [ (Easy Recording) while the digital effect
display is flashing, it will disappear from the display and reappear when you
return to Q (program AE) mode.
• The digital effect display will flash for two seconds after setting, even if
DISPLAYS is set to OFF in the VCR menu.
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● Faders
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Fade Trigger (FADE-T)
When you start recording, the scene
gradually fades in from a black screen.
When you stop recording, it gradually
fades out.
Wipe (WIPE)
When you start recording, the picture
begins as a thin vertical line in the
center of the screen which gradually
expands sideways until it fills the whole
of the screen. When you end a scene,
the image is wiped from both sides of
the screen.
Using the Full
Range of Features
Scroll (SCROLL)
When you start recording the picture
appears from the right hand side of the
screen and expands sideways until it
fills the whole screen. When you end a
scene, the image is wiped back off.
Mosaic Fade (M. FADE)
Blurs the image by enlarging the size of
some pixels. The image appears as
increasingly large squares of color as it
fades out, and smaller squares when it
fades in.
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● Effects
Art (ART)
E
Adds a paint-like effect, called
solarization, to the image.
Black and White (BLK & WHT)
Records the image in black and white.
Sepia (SEPIA)
Records a monochrome image with a
brownish tint.
Blurs the image by enlarging the size of
some pixels.
Using the Full
Range of Features
Mosaic (MOSAIC)
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Digital effects can be set with the controls on the body of the camera or the
wireless controller. Pressing the ▲/▼ buttons on the wireless controller
correspond to turning the selector dial up and down, and pressing the SET button
corresponds to pressing the selector dial in.
D.EFFECTS
MENU
ON/OFF
SET
D.EFFECTS
ON/OFF
P
Operating faders
Sound and image fade together.
When operating faders while recording, make sure the program selector is set to
Q.
Set fader
Using the Full
Range of Features
1. Press the D.EFFECTS button to open the digital effects menu.
2. Move the arrow up and down with the selector dial.
• Point the arrow at FADER.
3. Press the selector dial in.
• FADE-T, WIPE, SCROLL, M.FADE settings appear.
4. Turn the selector dial.
• Point the arrow at your selected setting.
5. Press the D.EFFECTS button.
• The menu disappears and your selected setting flashes in the display.
Fader on/off
6. Press the ON/OFF button.
• Your selection stops flashing.
• Each time you press the ON/OFF button, the chosen fader is activated
(display lights continuously) or deactivated (display flashes).
7. If you’re in camera mode:
If you’re in VCR mode:
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Fade in- Press the start/stop button.
Fade out- Press the start/stop button.
Fade in- Press the PLAY button.
Fade out- Press the PAUSE button.
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Operating effects
E
Sound records/plays back normally.
When operating effects while recording, make sure the program selector is set to
Q.
Set effect
1. Press the D.EFFECTS button to open the digital effects menu.
2. Move the arrow up and down with the selector dial.
• Point the arrow at EFFECT.
3. Press the selector dial in.
• ART, BLK&WHT, SEPIA and MOSAIC settings appear.
4. Turn the selector dial.
• Point the arrow at your selected setting.
5. Press the D.EFFECTS button.
• The menu disappears and your selected setting flashes in the display.
6. If you’re playing back, press the PLAY button.
Effect on/off
7. Press the ON/OFF button.
• Your selection stops flashing and takes effect on the display.
• Each time you press the ON/OFF button, the chosen effect is activated or
deactivated.
Using the Full
Range of Features
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Using the Multi-Image Screen
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Divides your display image into four, nine or sixteen smaller images with the
Image Capture feature. With this feature, the camera captures the current scene
being shot or replayed. Choose the transition speed — manual, fast (every 4
frames), moderate (every 6 frames) or slow (every 8 frames) (in Low Light mode,
every 4, 8 or 12 frames) — at which to capture a moving subject, such as a person
playing tennis or golf. Sound is recorded normally.
4 images
9 images
Operating the multi-image screen (
16 images
56,57)
When operating effects while recording, make sure the program selector is set to
Q.
Set multi-image screen
1. Press the D.EFFECTS button.
• The digital effects menu appears.
2. Move the arrow up and down with the selector dial.
Using the Full
Range of Features
• Point the arrow at MULTI.S.
3. Press the selector dial in.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
TR. SPEED (transition speed) and SPLIT TO settings appear.
Point the arrow at TR. SPEED and press the selector dial in.
TR. SPEED settings appear: MANUAL, FAST, MOD (moderate), or SLOW.
Point the arrow at your desired setting and press the selector dial in again.
The display returns to the digital effects menu.
Set SPLIT TO in the same way.
SPLIT TO settings are: 4, 9 and 16.
4. Push the D.EFFECTS button.
• The digital effects menu disappears.
• MULTI-S flashes in the display.
Multi-image screen on/off
5. Push the ON/OFF button.
• Manual: As you press the ON/OFF button, scenes will be captured one after
another the indicated number of times. If you push and hold the ON/OFF
button for more than a second, the last image captured will be erased.
• Automatic: The camera will capture the indicated number of images at the
indicated speed.
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• The currently recording image is framed in blue. The frame disappears after
the last image is captured.
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6. If you’re in record pause mode, push the start/stop button to begin
recording.
• The multi-image screen is recorded to the tape.
• You can operate the multi-image screen from record or record pause mode.
• After all the images have been captured, push the ON/OFF button to cancel the
multi-image screen.
• If you are operating the multi-image screen in VCR mode and you stop or
pause the tape, or press any other playback button, the multi-image screen will
be canceled.
Using the Full
Range of Features
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Audio Recording
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Selecting the audio mode
OPTURA Pi can record sound in two audio modes — 16-bit and 12-bit. The
16-bit mode produces the higher sound quality (slightly superior to CD) while the
12-bit mode records on two channels (stereo 1), leaving two channels free
(stereo 2) for you to add new sound at a later date.
AUDIO MODE••12bit
(
35, 36)
1. To switch to the 16-bit mode, open the menu and select AUDIO
MODE.
2. Select “16 bit” and close the menu.
• “16 bit” is shown in the display for approximately four seconds.
• For details on adding new sound, see p. 95.
• For details of playing back a tape that has new sound on stereo 2, see p. 98.
• When you record to the OPTURA Pi from a camcorder with DV terminal
outputs, the audio mode display becomes set to “– – –.”
Using the Full
Range of Features
External microphone
S
IN/OUT
DC IN
9.5V
A/V IN/OUT
MIC
For greater creative control over audio recording, you can connect an external
microphone to the camera via the MIC terminal. When using the MIC terminal,
use a microphone with a built-in power supply (condenser microphone). It is
possible to connect almost any stereo microphone with a plug diameter of 1/8 inch
(3.5 mm), however, their audio levels will be different from that of the built-in
microphone.
• Use the Microphone Boom MB-100 (optional) to keep long microphones out of
the frame.
• You can monitor the sound while recording by attaching stereo headphones to
the H terminal.
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Wind screen
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The camera has an automatic wind screen to prevent wind noise from interfering
with the sound track. It can be turned on to operate with the internal microphone,
an external microphone connected to the MIC terminal or the DM-50 Directional
Stereo Microphone (optional) attached to the advanced accessory shoe. Make sure
it’s off when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible. Use the wind
screen when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings.
The wind screen can be used for audio dubbing as well as recording.
WIND SCREEN•OFF
(
35, 36)
1. Open the camera menu and point the arrow at WIND SCREEN.
2. Select the ON setting and close the menu.
• WS O is shown in the display.
Using the Full
Range of Features
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Setting the Self-Timer
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PHOTO
ER
POW
VCR
OFF
VIE
MO
AN
P.SC
START
/STOP PHOTO
SELF
TIMER MENU
ER
POW
VCR
MENU
OFF
VIE
MO
AN
P.SC
This is useful when you want to include yourself in the picture when recording
movies or still photographs.
SELF-TIMER••OFF
(
35)
Using the Full
Range of Features
For movie
1. Set the camera to record pause mode.
2. Select SELF TIMER from the menu and set it to ON
or
Push the SELF TIMER button on the wireless controller.
• SELF T. appears in the display.
• To have the subject monitor recording, rotate the LCD panel 180° (
25).
3. Press the start/stop button.
• The camera starts to record after a 10-second countdown period (or after
two seconds when you use the wireless controller). The time remaining
counts down in the display (e.g. “5 SEC”).
• SELF T. disappears from the display when recording begins.
• The tally lamp starts flashing.
4. Press the start/stop button to end recording.
• After recording a still picture for about six seconds, the camera
automatically goes into record pause mode.
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• When taking a still photo, set the self-timer and press a PHOTO button on the
camera body or the wireless controller. The camera automatically adjusts the
focus two seconds before the countdown is complete. The F mark flashes white
then turns green after the focus and exposure are set. If you are using the
wireless controller, the F mark starts flashing immediately after you press the
photo button. The camcorder takes the picture for approximately six seconds.
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• Initially the tally lamp flashes once a second, then just before recording it starts
flashing more quickly for a few seconds before the camera starts to record.
• If you have the beep turned on, it sounds each time the tally lamp flashes before
recording.
• To cancel the self-timer before the countdown has begun, select OFF in the
camera menu or press SELF TIMER on the wireless controller.
• To cancel the self-timer once the countdown has begun, press start/stop if
you’re shooting movies, PHOTO if you’re taking a still photograph, or
SELF TIMER on the wireless controller.
E
Using the Full
Range of Features
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Adjusting Exposure Manually
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Exposure lock
When you are recording in situations
where the lighting may change
suddenly, you can lock the exposure at
the current level in order to control the
brightness of the image.
P
EX
US
FOC
DAT
A CO
DE
To lock the exposure, press the EXP button. Press it again to return to the
automatically set exposure level.
Exposure adjustment
Using the Full
Range of Features
When the exposure is locked, you can
adjust it manually, making the picture
brighter or darker in order to deal with
difficult lighting conditions. The
camera’s iris can be manually set to any
position from fully closed to fully open.
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To make the recorded image brighter,
turn the selector dial upwards (to a
maximum of +11). This may be
necessary if the background is very
bright, or if the subject is lit from
behind.
To make the recorded image darker,
turn the selector dial downwards (to a
minimum of –11). This may be
necessary if the background is very
dark, or if the subject is spotlit.
P
EX
US
FOC
DAT
E . L OCK ± 0
E . L O C K + 11
E . L OCK ± 0
E . L O C K – 11
A CO
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• You cannot adjust the exposure without the e mark before E.LOCK in the
display. Push the EXP button so that e appears before E.LOCK. Then you can
adjust the exposure manually.
• The standard exposure level depends on which recording program you have
selected.
• Exposure lock is canceled if you change recording programs.
• You cannot use exposure lock or adjustment when the program selector is set to
the [ (Easy Recording) position.
• If you zoom while the exposure is locked, the brightness of the scene may
change.
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Shutter speed
Set the shutter speed manually to take stable shots of quickly moving subjects.
SHUTTER•••••AUTO
(
35)
AUTO
1/60
1/100
1/250
1/500
1/1000
1/2000
1/4000
slower
Using the Full
Range of Features
1. Make sure the camera is set to record pause mode in the Q
(program AE) mode.
2. Press the selector dial in and choose AUTO from the program
menu.
3. Open the camera menu and select SHUTTER.
4. Press the selector dial in to select the desired shutter speed.
faster
• You are unable to use the 1/4000 shutter speed when a Speedlite is attached.
5. Close the menu.
• The camera returns to the auto shutter setting when you slide the program
selector to [ (Easy Recording), or change the recording program.
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Concerning shooting in fluorescent lighting
When the camera is set to [ (Easy Recording) mode or auto mode, it
automatically detects the flicker of fluorescent lighting and adjusts the shutter
speed to compensate. However, if the brightness of the LCD or viewfinder display
starts to flicker, make sure the camera is set to auto mode and select the 1/100
shutter speed.
Guidelines for shooting using high shutter speeds
• When shooting with a shutter speed of 1/1000 or higher, do not shoot the sun
directly.
Using the Full
Range of Features
Recommended shutter speeds when shooting:
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• People doing outdoor sports such as
golf or tennis
1/2000 or 1/4000
• Moving cars or trains or other
rapidly moving vehicles such as
roller coasters
1/1000, 1/500 or
1/250
• People doing indoor sports such as
basketball
1/100
• You are unable to set the shutter speed when exposure lock is set in any
recording mode other than AUTO. The SHUTTER display becomes set to
‘‘– – –.’’
• The image may not appear smooth when a high shutter speed is set.
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Adjusting Focus Manually
The camera can focus automatically. All you have to do is point it, and whatever is
in the center of the display will usually be in sharp focus. If it does not seem to be
focusing well, it may be because the subject is not suitable for autofocus.
E
You can use the manual focusing function for more control over focusing.
Focus lock
Press the FOCUS button to turn off
autofocus. The focus remains locked at
the point set by autofocus.
(eM.FOCUS appears in the display.)
You can now adjust the focus manually
with the selector dial. Press the FOCUS
button again when you want to return
to autofocus.
• If you zoom in on your subject after
turning off autofocus, it may not stay
in focus. It is generally best to adjust
the zoom first, and then the focus.
P
EX
US
FOC
DAT
A CO
DE
Manual focus
P
EX
US
FOC
DAT
A CO
DE
Using the Full
Range of Features
Use the selector dial to set the focus.
• Turn the selector dial downward to
move the focus farther away.
• Turn the selector dial upwards to
bring the focus nearer.
• You cannot adjust the focus without the e mark before M.FOCUS in the
display. Push the FOCUS button so that e appears before M.FOCUS. Then you
can adjust the focus manually.
• The manual focus setting is canceled if you:
– Turn the POWER switch to VCR or OFF.
– Select the [ (Easy Recording) program.
• When you are using the [ (Easy Recording) program, autofocus cannot be
turned off.
• See “Troubleshooting” on p. 109 for a list of subjects which may not be suitable
for autofocus.
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Setting the White Balance
E
The camera’s auto white balance
system compensates for a wide range of
lighting conditions. Although slight
variations are unavoidable, colors will
appear natural in virtually every
situation.
In some cases, you will get better
results by setting the white balance
yourself, or using one of the two preset
modes:
T Indoor Mode
• Under halogen or studio/video
lighting
• Subject is of one dominant color
• Close ups
U Outdoor mode
• In daylight, especially for closeups and where the subject is of
one dominant color
WHITE BAL.••AUTO
Using the Full
Range of Features
(
35)
1. Open the camera menu and point the arrow at WHITE BAL.
2. a) For the indoor, outdoor or auto settings, press the selector dial in
to choose the setting.
• T/U appears in the display when you set the white balance to
indoor/outdoor mode.
b) To set the white balance yourself, point the camera at a white
object (such as a sheet of paper) and zoom in until it fills the
display. Then press the selector dial in to select SET.
• The W display flashes then remains lit.
• Depending on the light source, the flashing may at times continue. The
result will remain better than with the auto setting and you can continue
recording.
3. Close the menu.
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Setting the white balance manually will probably work better
than auto white balance when shooting:
E
Subjects with one dominant color, such as sky, sea or forest
Close-ups
In rapidly changing lighting conditions
In places lit by certain types of fluorescent or mercury vapor
lights
Using the Full
Range of Features
• Turn the digital zoom off (if neccessary) to set a more accurate white balance.
• If you have set the white balance and lighting conditions change, reset the white
balance.
• Try to record with light from a single source. Correct white balance cannot be
obtained for two types of lighting at once.
• You cannot set the white balance or choose the indoor/outdoor mode when the
program selector is set to the [ (Easy Recording) program.
• The white balance returns to the AUTO setting when you slide the program
selector to [ (Easy Recording).
• When you turn the camera on, the white balance returns to AUTO. If you then
switch the white balance to SET, the camera will remember your last setting.
• During normal outdoor shooting, setting to AUTO may provide better results.
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Displaying Date, Time and Camera Data (Data Code)
E
A data code, containing the date and time the recording was made and other
camera data (shutter speed and exposure settings) is automatically recorded on a
special data section of the tape.
DATA
CODE
FOCUS
DATA CODE
During VCR mode, the data code can be displayed or hidden while the camera is
in play, slow or still mode.
Camera data may be displayed as “– – –” during fast forward, rewind, reverse
playback, forward and reverse ×2 playback.
Press the DATA CODE button on the wireless controller or the
camera.
Using the Full
Range of Features
• Press it once to display, once more to hide it.
Selecting date/time
Select whether you want the date, the time, or both to show up on your data code
display ( 75).
D/TIME SEL.•DATE & TIME
(
1.
2.
3.
4.
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36)
Turn the POWER switch to VCR.
Open the menu and select D/TIME SEL.
Choose between DATE, TIME and DATE & TIME.
Press the MENU button to close the menu.
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Setting the data code
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You can also choose which type of data code to display — either the date/time,
camera data or both.
DATA CODE•••DATE/TIME
(
36)
1. Select DATA CODE from the VCR menu.
2. Choose between DATE/TIME, CAMERA DATA and CAM. & D/T.
3. Press the MENU button once more to close the menu.
Possible data code combinations:
DATA CODE
Date/Time
Camera data
D/TIME SEL.
Date/Time &
Camera data
Date
JAN. 1,2000
F322
1/2000
F32
1/2000
JAN. 1,2000
Time
12:00:00 AM
F32
1/2000
F32
1/2000
12:00:00 AM
12:00 AM
JAN. 1,2000
F32
1/2000
F32
1/2000
12:00 AM
JAN. 1,2000
Date & Time
Using the Full
Range of Features
• To avoid accidental recording, make sure that you slide the tab on the cassette
so that it exposes the hole (the switch position is usually labeled SAVE or
ERASE OFF).
• The data code will read “– – –” in the following situations:
– During playback of a blank section of tape.
– If the tape was recorded before entering the date and time in the camera’s
memory.
– If the tape was recorded on a camera without a data code function.
– If noise or tape damage prevents the data code from being read.
• If a recording made on OPTURA Pi is played back on a different DV
camcorder, the data code may not be displayed correctly.
• The data code will appear in the display even if DISPLAYS ( 117) has been
set to OFF through the VCR menu.
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Six-second auto date
The six-second auto date appears for six seconds to mark the changeover of a day
if the tape was being recorded at 12:00 midnight. It also appears for six seconds
when you start playback and have the data code turned off. The six-second auto
date will adjust for any time zone changes you have indicated.
6SEC. DATE•••OFF
(
36)
You can turn the six-second auto date on:
1. Turn the POWER switch to VCR.
2. Open the menu and select 6SEC.DATE.
3. Select ON and close the menu.
Using the Full
Range of Features
• When 6SEC.DATE is turned on but DISPLAYS (
second auto date will still appear for six seconds.
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117) is turned off, the six-
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Searching the Tape (Photo Search/Date Search)
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REC SEARCH
PAUSE SELECT
ER
POW R
VC
OFF
VIE
MO
AN
P.SC
ZERO SET
MEMORY REW
PLAY
FF
AUDIO
DUB.
STOP
+/
–/
A/V
INSERT PAUSE
SLOW
×2
This allows you to move quickly through still pictures recorded anywhere on a
tape (photo search) or between different days or areas of recording (date search).
• You can only use this function from the wireless controller.
1. Turn the POWER switch to VCR.
2. Press the SEARCH SELECT button to choose between photo/date
search.
• PHOTO SEARCH or DATE SEARCH is shown in the display for four
seconds.
3. Press the - and + buttons to move backwards or forwards
through the still pictures or between different days of recording.
Using the Full
Range of Features
• Press once to move to the start of the previous/next still picture or day on the
tape.
• You can press more than once to move to the corresponding still picture or
day (up to a maximum of ten times), e.g. press the + button five times to
move forward five still pictures or days.
• PHOTO SEARCH/DATE SEARCH appears in the middle of the display
alongside the - or + mark and number to search through. The recording
mode is also shown (SP/LP).
• Press 3 (stop) to stop mid-search.
• If you begin a search very close to the start of a recorded still picture during
photo search, the camera may skip straight past it.
• When you have set the area for the World Clock, date search also looks for the
change in date based on the adjusted time.
• A date/area cannot be identified if the total recording time on that day/area was
less than one minute.
• Date search playback may start just before or after the beginning of the located
section.
• If the data code is not displayed correctly you will not be able to operate the
date search correctly.
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Returning to a Pre-Marked Position
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REC SEARCH
PAUSE SELECT
ER
POW R
VC
ZERO SET
MEMORY REW
PLAY
FF
AUDIO
DUB.
STOP
+/
–/
OFF
VIE
MO
AN
P.SC
A/V
INSERT PAUSE
SLOW
×2
Use the wireless controller to mark a point on a tape that you want to return to
following playback.
• You will need the wireless controller to be able to set zero set memory.
1. Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button on the wireless controller
during playback at a point you want to return to later.
• The time code is replaced by a tape counter that is set to zero with the Â
indication.
• Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button once more to cancel the zero set
memory.
Using the Full
Range of Features
2. When you have finished playback, fast forward or rewind the tape.
The tape stops automatically when it reaches the zero set position.
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• RTN1 or `RTN appears in the display.
• The tape counter with Â indication disappears from the display and the time
code reappears.
• The zero set memory may not function correctly where there is a break between
recordings on the tape.
• You can also use zero set memory to mark a position on a tape in camera mode.
When you then play back the tape, pressing rewind will take you back to the
pre-marked position.
• If you remove the tape while the zero set memory is set, the memory is
canceled and the tape counter reverts to timecode.
• The camera remembers your setting even if you turn it off and back on again or
move the program selector.
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The Dubbing Function
The OPTURA Pi’s Dubbing Function allows you to easily rerecord scenes from an
original tape to a tape in your VCR. Spice up the new tape by dubbing only your
favorite scenes, reordering scenes or adding special effects and varied scene
transitions.
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1. Prepare the camera.
Connect the camera to your VCR, and place it so
that it can control your VCR by remote control.
2. Select your brand of VCR.
The camera can send the remote control signals
of almost any brand and model of VCR. Just
choose your brand of VCR, and the camera
commands it when to start and pause recording.
VCR
3. Start dubbing.
If desired, select a fader or effect, then play back
the tape from the beginning of the scene you
want to dub. The scene is automatically recorded
to the tape in the VCR with the selected fader or
effect.
START
Preparing for dubbing
See your TV or VCR instruction manual for further details.
1. Connect the camera to the VCR.
2. Turn the TV on.
• Set the TV/Video selector on the
television to Video.
3. Turn on the VCR and load a
blank cassette.
VCR MENU
SEL.SETSET
MENUCLOSE
DUB MODE
REC.SET UP
WL.REMOTE•••
1
REC MODE••••SP
DATA CODE•••DATE/TIME
D/TIME SEL.•DATE & TIME
+
BRIGHTNESS•• –
DISPLAYS••••ON
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• See the “Connections for Playback
on a TV Screen” instructions on
p. 30.
• See your VCR instruction manual.
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4. Open the VCR menu and select \DUB MODE.
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• When you select the DUB MODE menu all the displayed information is
also displayed on the screen of the TV connected your VCR. However, this
information will not be recorded onto the tape in the VCR.
Setting the camera to control your VCR
The camcorder’s Dubbing Function
controls your VCR by using the same
infra-red signals as the VCR’s remote
control.
Make sure the camera is in a spot
where it can remotely control your
VCR.
Infra-red signals
transmitter
1. Check where the remote control
sensor is on your VCR using its
normal remote control.
2. Place the camera pointing
directly at the sensor, not more
than 20 inches (50 cm) away.
Editing
• Check that the sensor will pick up
signals easily from this spot using
the VCR’s normal remote control.
• Make sure that the cables and the
camera’s shoulder strap do not
obstruct the signals.
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3. Make sure that the VCR is in record pause mode.
4. Make sure that all other video equipment is turned off to avoid
accidental recording.
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Using the Dubbing Function for the First Time
When you use the dubbing function for the first time, or with a different VCR, you
should set your camcorder to send the correct remote control signals to your VCR.
The camera will not forget this setting unless you change it. Do not alter it again
unless you change VCRs.
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Preparations & setting up
1. Make sure that the camera and VCR are set up as in “Preparing
for dubbing,” ( 79) and “Setting the camera to control your
VCR,” ( 80).
2. Open the VCR menu and
select \REC.SET UP.
• This takes you to the REC.SET
UP menu.
• It is easiest to view the menu on
the TV screen.
3. Point the arrow to
RECORDER and push the
selector dial.
• You are now unable to use the
wireless controller (B appears
in the display).
VCR MENU
SEL.SETSET
MENUCLOSE
DUB MODE
REC.SET UP
WL.REMOTE•••
1
REC MODE••••SP
DATA CODE•••DATE/TIME
D/TIME SEL.•DATE & TIME
+
BRIGHTNESS•• –
DISPLAYS••••ON
REC.SET UP
SEL.SETSET
MENUCLOSE
DUB MODE
RECORDER••••[ 1]–[A]
CUT-IN ADJ.•• 0:00
CUT-OUT ADJ.• 0:00
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Setting RECORDER
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Use the chart on the next page to find the RECORDER settings for your brand of
VCR. Make sure the camcorder’s infra-red control signals can reach the VCR, and
the VCR is in record pause mode. (Ready to record and on pause.)
1. Set RECORDER to the first setting for your brand of VCR.
• For example, 7-A if you have a JVC VCR.
• Turn the selector dial to scan the numbers.
RECORDER•••• [ 7] — [A]
• Press the selector dial in to select the number corresponding your brand of
VCR.
RECORDER•••• [ 7] — [A]
• Turn the selector dial to scan the letters. TRANSMITTING DATA appears
in the display each time you turn the selector dial.
2. If the setting is correct, the VCR will start recording automatically.
• This will occur as long as the camera is pointing at the VCR’s remote sensor
while you change the setting.
3. If the VCR does not start recording, try the next setting.
• Turn the selector dial (to 7-B in the above example).
• Try each setting in turn until the VCR starts to record.
Editing
4. Depending on the brand of VCR, the signals to start and pause
recording may differ. Once the VCR starts to record, check that
the setting is right.
Set the VCR to record pause again, then press the camera’s
start/stop button.
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• The VCR should start to record for a few seconds, and REC appears in the
display and on the TV screen. Then it will automatically pause and PAUSE
appears in the display and on screen.
• During these REC, PAUSE operations, START/STOP TIMING ADJ appears
in the display and the VCR records a digital timer, which you will use later
for Cut-In and Cut-Out Adjustments. For more accurate adjustments, we
recommend that you repeat pressing the start/stop button to record a couple
of times.
• If not, then the setting is still not right. Try the next setting.
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RECORDER
The camera’s Dubbing Function can remotely control almost all brands and
models of VCR. VCR remote control signals vary depending on model and
brand. First, choose the right RECORDER setting for your VCR. The number
indicates the VCR brand. The letter indicates the set of signals.
Brand
Canon
Aiwa
Akai
Fujitsu
Funai
Hitachi
JVC
Mitsubishi
NEC
Panasonic
Blaupunkt
Quasar
Settings
1-A to 1-C
2-A to 2-C
3-A to 3-C
4-A
5-A
6-A to 6-B
7-A to 7-C
8-A to 8-D
9-A to 9-D
10-A to10-G
Brand
Pioneer
Sanyo
Fisher
Sharp
Sony
Toshiba
GE
RCA
Magnavox
Philips
Seleco
Rex
Settings
11-A
12-A to12-C
13-A to 13-C
14-A to 14-F
15-A to 15-B
16-A to 16-B
17-A to 17-B
18-A to 18-C
Brand
Thomson
Saba
Nordmende
Ferguson
Grundig
Nokia
Telefunken
Zenith
Samsung
GoldStar
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Settings
18-A to 18-C
19-A to 19-C
20-A to 20-C
21-A to 21-C
22-A to 22-B
23-A
24-A to 24-B
25-A
as of January 2000
• Once you find the correct setting, remember this and do not change it unless you
change VCRs.
• See p. 85 for details of the “cut-in” and “cut-out” adjustments.
• If you try all the numbers and letters, but the VCR has still not started to record:
– Check the VCR is ready to record, and on pause.
– Check the VCR can receive signals from where the camera is, and that
nothing is blocking the signals.
– Go back and try to set it again.
Editing
• If your brand of VCR is not on the chart, or you cannot find the correct setting,
try all the numbers with the selector dial until the VCR starts to record.
• It is unlikely, but you may have a VCR the Dubbing Function cannot control. If
so use the Simple Editing method on p. 87.
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Dubbing to a VCR
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1. Make sure you are in the DUB MODE
menu.
• If you choose not to set a fader or effect, move
the arrow to DUB STANDBY, and each of the
options will be automatically set to OFF.
2. Select FADE IN, EFFECT or FADE OUT.
DUB MO D E
SP
S TO P
0 : 56 : 34 : 12
F AD E I N
E F F EC T
F AD E OU T
DUB S T ANDB Y
SEL . SET SET
M E NU C L OS E
• Point the arrow at “FADE IN” and press the
selector dial in.
• Fade in settings appear.
• Point the arrow at your desired setting and press the selector dial in again.
• The display returns to DUB MODE menu.
• Set “EFFECT” or “FADE OUT” in the same way.
• See also “Using Digital Effects” starting on p. 56 for more information on
digital effects.
3. Move the arrow to DUB STANDBY.
• WIND THE TAPES AND PAUSE \ SET appears in the display.
4. Set the tape in the VCR to the point where you want to start
recording, set it to record pause mode.
Set the tape in the camera to the point where you want to start
dubbing, set the camera to playback pause mode.
• You can use the playback buttons on the LCD panel or the special playback
funtions on the wireless controller in the same way as in playback mode.
5. Press the selector dial in.
• START ....... PRESS PLAY/PAUSE TO START DUB appears in the display.
• Now you are unable to use the wireless controller.
Editing
6. Press PLAY on the body of the camera.
• Recording starts.
• NOW DUBBING appears in the display.
7. When you reach the end of the scene you want to record, press
PAUSE on the body of the camera.
• The camera returns to playback pause mode and the VCR automatically
switches to record pause mode.
• The camera returns to the DUB MODE menu.
• When you finish dubbing, press the MENU button. The camera returns to
VCR mode.
• If you set the zero set memory at the position on the tape where you want to
stop dubbing, every time you return to that point, the camera will cancel its
dubbing and enter playback pause mode, and the VCR, record pause mode.
• To cancel during dubbing, push STOP on the body of the camera.
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Cut-In and Cut-Out Adjustments
Setting the Cut-In and Cut-Out Adjustments
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The point where a scene starts is called the “cut-in” point, and the point where it
ends is called the “cut-out” point.
Some VCR models take a second or more to actually start recording after they
receive the command signal. If this happens you could lose the beginning of the
scene. CUT-IN ADJ. prevents this by sending the command a little early.
Similarly, some models take some time to react to the command to stop recording.
Some models also rewind slightly after they stop. You could therefore record more
than you wanted, or lose the end of the scene. CUT-OUT ADJ. prevents this, by
sending the command a little early or late.
If you have these problems with your VCR, reset these adjustments.
Use the REC.SET UP menu to set the “cut-in” and “cut-out” adjustments.
1. Open the REC.SET UP menu and select
CUT-IN ADJ.
• Point it at “CUT-OUT ADJ.” to set the cut out
adjustment.
R E C. S E T UP
SE L . SE T SE T
ME N UC L OS E
D UB MODE
R E COR D E R . . . . [ 1 ] – [ A ]
CUT- I N A D J . . . 0 : 0 0
CUT-OU T A D J . . 0 : 0 0
2. Adjust the setting.
• CUT-IN ADJ. can be set up to five seconds early.
(–5:00)
• CUT-OUT ADJ. can be set from one second early to five seconds late.
(–1:00 to +5:00)
• This can be set to an accuracy of one frame.
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How to calculate the best adjustment for the “cut-in” and
“cut-out” points
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Use the tape on which you recorded the digital timer in “Setting RECORDER” to
calculate the cut-in and cut-out adjustment values.
1. Rewind the tape in the VCR and play back the recorded digital
timer.
• Look at the time the CUT-OUT timer stops and CUT-IN timer starts. These
times are what the CUT-OUT ADJ. and CUT-IN ADJ. settings should be.
• For maximum accuracy, take an average of at least three readings.
• If your VCR has a frame advance function or a jog dial, you can use it to
find the precise starting times more conveniently.
2. Set the CUT-OUT ADJ. and CUT-IN ADJ. settings to the center of
the three readings.
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• The camcorder will remember the cut-in and cut-out adjustment settings until
you change them.
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Simple Editing to a VCR
If you cannot find the appropriate remote control setting for the camcorder to
control your VCR, you still can edit a tape to the VCR as follows.
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Preparations
1. Connect the camera to the VCR.
• See “Connections for Playback on a TV Screen” on p. 30.
2. Prepare the TV and VCR.
• Turn on the TV and set it to the video channel, or set the TV/VIDEO
selector to VIDEO.
• Turn on the VCR, and set its input selector to LINE. Load a blank cassette,
and put the VCR in record pause mode.
• See your TV and VCR instruction manuals for details.
3. Turn the camera’s POWER switch to VCR, and load your recorded
cassette.
Basic editing
1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly before the section
you want to copy.
2. Start to play it back while you monitor the picture on the TV.
3. Start recording on the VCR as soon as the section you want to copy
appears on the screen.
4. Pause the VCR at the end of the section you want to copy, then stop
playback on the camera.
5. Repeat steps 1 to 4 until your edited recording is complete.
• The quality of the edited tape will be slightly lower than that of the original.
Editing
m (LANC) terminal
The m terminal allows you to connect
the camera to equipment. Some buttons
on editing equipment may operate
differently from those on the camera.
m
• m (LANC) is a trademark. It stands for Local Application Control Bus System.
• We cannot guarantee the results when connecting to equipment not bearing the
LANC m symbol.
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Dubbing with Digital Video Equipment
DV terminal/connections
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Side with arrow
REC SEARCH
PAUSE SELECT
ZERO SET
MEMORY REW
PLAY
FF
AUDIO
DUB.
STOP
+/
–/
A/V
INSERT PAUSE
SLOW
×2
Side with arrow
REW PLAY/PAUSE
FF
STOP
REC PAUSE
(LINE IN)
Digital video equipment fitted with this terminal lets you edit, copy and transfer
data digitally, with virtually no generation loss in image and sound quality. The
DV terminal is for both line-in and line-out, since a single DV cable can handle
data in both directions.
• If another Canon digital video camcorder is connected, the Dubbing Function
can be used for digital-to-digital dubbing (i.e. with virtually no generation loss
in image quality).
• If a VCR is connected and an anomalous signal is sent from the VCR, the
images recorded on the tape may also be anomalous (although it may not appear
so on the TV image), or not recorded at all.
• You are unable to dub tapes recorded with the copyright protective signal.
Dubbing to the camera:
Editing
Operate from the controls on the LCD panel or the wireless controller.
1. Use a Canon CV-150F DV cable (optional) to connect two digital
devices together. Load a blank tape into the camera and a recorded
tape into the other digital device.
• Connect the DV cable with the sides of the plugs marked with the arrows
facing as shown above.
• Make sure the REC/SAVE tab on the blank tape has been slid to REC
(closed position).
2. Turn the POWER switch to VCR.
3. Press the camera’s REC PAUSE button and start playback on the
other digital device.
• The camera enters record pause mode.
• DV IN appears in the display when the playback device starts playback.
4. To start/pause dubbing, press the PAUSE button.
• You can monitor the image in the display as you dub.
• Press STOP to finish dubbing.
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• If the cable is not connected properly, or if the cable is unconnected when you
press REC PAUSE, the camera displays the caution ‘‘CHECK THE DV
INPUT.’’ An anomalous image may also flash onto the screen.
• When you are recording from the OPTURA Pi, make sure you connect the cable
to the OPTURA Pi before connecting the other end of the cable to the
recording device.
• The image displayed by the camcorder that is being recorded to (for example on
its LCD screen, an attached TV, or in its viewfinder) may become distorted
during digital dubbing. The actual recording on the tape, however, is not
affected.
• Blanks between recordings on the playback tape are recorded as anomalous
images on the tape that is being recorded to.
• During DV dubbing you cannot add digital effects or faders or set the cut-in and
cut-out adjustments using the built-in digital timer (
74).
Copyright signal
Certain pre-recorded software tapes are copyright protected. If you try to play
back such a cassette, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS
RESTRICTED” appears in the display for a few seconds and then the camera
displays a blank blue screen; you cannot view the contents of the cassette.
If you try to record from such a tape via the digital cable “COPYRIGHT
PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED” appears in the display; you cannot
record the contents of the tape.
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Recording from a VCR, TV or Other Camcorder (Analog Line-in)
You can record a TV program or a video played on your VCR or analog
camcorder (for digital camcorders, see p. 88) onto a tape in the OPTURA Pi, if the
TV or other device has audio/video outputs.
• If an anomalous signal is sent from the TV or VCR, the images recorded on the
tape may also be anomalous (although it may not appear so on the TV image),
or not recorded at all.
• You are unable to dub tapes recorded with the copyright protective signal.
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OUTPUT
S-150 S-video Cable
S(S1)-VIDEO
S
IN/OUT
VIDEO
DC IN
9.5V
A/V IN/OUT
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
AUDIO
L
R
MIC
S
IN/OUT
DC IN
9.5V
A/V IN/OUT
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
OUTPUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
MIC
R
Editing
Preparations
1. Connect the camera to the VCR, TV or other camcorder.
2. Prepare the TV and VCR.
• Set the TV/Video selector on the television to Video.
• Turn on the VCR. Load your recorded cassette, and put the VCR in playback
pause mode.
• See your TV and VCR instruction manuals for details.
3. Turn the camera’s POWER switch to VCR, and load a blank
cassette.
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Basic editing
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Operate from either the body of the camera or the wireless controller.
1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly before the section
you want to copy.
2. Start to play it back while you monitor the picture on the TV.
3. Press the REC PAUSE button.
• S-video and A/V IN/OUT terminals automatically work as input terminals.
• The camera enters REC PAUSE mode.
• A/V INSERT and 2a appear in the display.
4. Press the PAUSE button.
• Recording starts.
• 2a changes to 2.
5. When you get to the point where you want to stop recording, press
the STOP button or the PAUSE button.
• Recording stops.
6. Repeat steps 1 to 5 until your edited recording is complete.
• You can monitor the picture in the viewfinder or LCD.
Editing
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Recording Over Existing Scenes (A/V Insert Editing)
You can insert new scenes from your VCR or other camcorder onto your prerecorded tape using the OPTURA Pi’s analog line-in ( 90) or DV in ( 88)
terminals. Original video and audio will be replaced with the new video and
audio.
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Scene to be inserted
The playback tape
Insert start point
Insert end point
Before inserting
The tape in the camera
After inserting
The tape in the camera
The video and audio of the new scene replace that of the old.
OUTPUT
S-150 S-video Cable
S(S1)-VIDEO
S
Editing
IN/OUT
DC IN
9.5V
A/V IN/OUT
VIDEO
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
AUDIO
L
R
MIC
Side with arrow
REC SEARCH
PAUSE SELECT
ZERO SET
MEMORY REW
PLAY
FF
AUDIO
DUB.
STOP
+/
–/
A/V
INSERT PAUSE
Side with arrow
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The tape in the camera:
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When using the OPTURA Pi’s A/V insert function, only record to tapes recorded
in SP mode with continuously recorded time codes.
If there are non-recorded portions or portions recorded in LP mode on the tape,
recording will stop.
The playback tape:
Use only tapes without non-recorded portions.
If there are non-recorded portions or changes in the recording mode, you may not
be able to insert A/V correctly.
You cannot insert A/V in the following cases:
• The playback tape has been poorly recorded.
• During special playback: fast forward playback, rewind playback or slow
playback etc. (analog only).
TV:
You cannot insert A/V from a TV program with anomalous synchronized signals,
such as when the program itself received poor signals.
Use the wireless controller to operate A/V insert.
1. Connect the camera to the VCR, load recorded tapes into both the
camcorder and VCR.
• Make sure the REC/SAVE tab on the tape has been slid to REC (closed
position).
Editing
2. Turn the POWER switch to VCR.
3. On the VCR, locate a point three seconds before the scene to be
inserted. Set the VCR to playback pause mode.
4. On the camera, locate the recording start point. Set the camera to
playback pause mode.
• You can use the playback buttons on the LCD panel or the special playback
funtions on the wireless controller in the same way as in playback mode.
5. Press the A/V INSERT button on the wireless controller.
• A/V INSERT and 2a appear in the display.
6. On the VCR, play back the tape.
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7. When you get to the starting point of the scene to be inserted on
the tape, push the PAUSE button on the camera.
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• A/V insert starts.
• 2a changes to 2.
8. When you get to the point where you want to stop inserting, press
the STOP button of the camera.
• Inserting stops and A/V INSERT disappears from the display. The camera
returns to stop mode.
• If instead of pressing stop you press pause, the camera returns to the A/V
insert pause mode.
• If you set the zero set memory at the position on the tape where you want to
stop inserting, every time you return to that point, the camera will cancel its
A/V inserting and enter stop mode.
Editing
9. Press the STOP button of the VCR.
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Audio Dubbing
You can add sound to the original sound on a prerecorded tape from audio
products (AUDIO IN) or with the internal or external microphone (MIC. IN). The
original sound will not be erased. For best results, add sound to tapes that have
been recorded with this camera in SP mode with 12-bit sound. If there are nonrecorded portions on the tape, or portions recorded in LP mode, or with 16-bit or
12-bit, 4-channel sound, dubbing will stop. If your tape hasn’t been recorded in
SP mode with 12-bit sound, we recommend dubbing your original tape onto a
blank tape using the OPTURA Pi’s analog line-in function, then dubbing audio
onto the new tape. Make absolutely sure to set the audio mode of the new tape to
12-bit and the recording mode to SP.
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To connect other audio equipment:
S
IN/OUT
DC IN
9.5V
A/V IN/OUT
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
OUTPUT
AUDIO
L
An audio device
(i.e. CD player)
R
MIC
• Do not use the yellow video terminal.
• The A/V terminal doesn’t put out any video, so connect the S-video terminals
and check your TV, or check the LCD or the viewfinder as you add new sound.
Always check the new sound with the speaker or the headphones.
To connect an external microphone:
Editing
S
IN/OUT
DC IN
9.5V
A/V IN/OUT
MIC
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• When using an external microphone \ Connect it to the microphone
terminal.
(It works even if the DM-50 microphone (optional) is connected to the accessory shoe.)
When using the DM-50 microphone \ Make sure nothing is connected to
the microphone terminal.
When using the built-in microphone \ Make sure nothing is connected to
either the microphone terminal or the
accessory shoe.
• To use your TV to monitor video, connect the S-video terminal or the A/V
terminal (use only the video plug) to your TV. You can monitor the sound with
headphones.
ER
POW R
VC
OFF
AUDIO
DUB.
VIE
MO
AN
P.SC
Use the wireless controller when dubbing audio.
AUDIO DUB.••AUDIO IN
Editing
(
36)
1.
2.
3.
4.
Load your recorded tape into the camcorder.
Turn the POWER switch to VCR.
Open the VCR menu, select AUDIO DUB.
Select AUDIO IN or MIC. IN with the selector dial and close the
menu.
5. Set the tape to the point where you want to start audio dubbing.
• You can use the playback buttons on the LCD panel or the special playback
funtions on the wireless controller in the same way as in playback mode.
6. Press the PAUSE button.
• The camera becomes set to playback pause mode.
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7. Press AUDIO DUB. on the wireless controller.
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• AUDIO DUB. and
appear on the display.
• If you have the DM-50 microphone (optional) attached, C (Connection)
appears in the display.
8. Press the PAUSE button (and start play on the other audio device
if AUDIO IN).
• Audio dubbing starts.
• If MIC. IN, direct your voice into the microphone.
•
changes to .
9. When you get to the point where you want to stop dubbing, press
the STOP button (and then stop play on the other audio device if
AUDIO IN).
• Audio dubbing stops and AUDIO DUB. disappears from the display.
• The camera returns to stop mode.
• You can also set zero set memory ( 78) at the place you want to stop
audio dubbing, then every time you return to that position, audio dubbing
will cancel.
• If instead of pressing STOP you press PAUSE, the camera will return to the
playback pause mode.
• You can not use the DV terminal while adding sound.
• You might want to adjust the audio mix ( 98) when playing back a tape with
added sound.
• There may be a loss of sound quality if you add sound to a tape recorded on a
camcorder other than the OPTURA Pi.
• After adding sound three or more times to the same place on a tape, there may
be some loss in sound quality.
Editing
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Setting the Audio Mix
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When you play back a tape that was recorded in 12-bit mode, you can set the
audio output to play: stereo 1 (the original sound), stereo 2 (any new sound,
dubbed to the tape after recording), or mix the balance between the two.
• Audio from the 16-bit mode only contains stereo 1 sound and so you cannot/do
not need to select the audio mix. The same is true for the 12-bit stereo 1 mode,
unless new sound has been added post-recording.
• You can choose the output using the wireless controller only.
Editing
1. Turn the POWER switch to VCR.
2. Choose the output.
• Press AUDIO MONITOR on the wireless controller.
• Starting with the last selected setting, four settings appear as you push the
button:
– STEREO1 for just stereo 1.
– STEREO2 for just stereo 2.
– MIX/FIXED for an equal mix of stereo 1 and 2.
– MIX/VARI. (mix variable) for when you want to mix the balance between
stereo 1 and 2.
• To simply choose STEREO1, STEREO2 or MIX/FIXED, make sure your
choice appears on the display.
• If you choose MIX/VARI., you can go on to mix the balance.
• Use the ST-1/ST-2 keys to mix the balance. A bar showing the mix appears
on the screen for four seconds.
• When you have chosen the output, STEREO1, STEREO2, MIX/FIXED or
MIX/VARI. is shown in the top left of the display for a few seconds. If you turn
the power off the output is set to STEREO1.
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Selecting audio output channels
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When you play back a tape whose audio has been recorded on multiple channels,
you can change the output channels of that sound.
OUTPUT CH•••L/R
(
36)
1. Turn the POWER switch to VCR, load a tape recorded with
multiple-channel audio.
2. Open the VCR menu and select OUTPUT CH.
3. Select the output channel.
• Refer to the following list.
OUTPUT CH setting
Played back sound
Tape recorded with
stereo sound
Tape recorded on
multiple channels
L/R
L+R channels
main + sub
L/L
L channel only
main only
R/R
R channel only
sub only
Editing
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Preparing the Camera
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Adjust the viewfinder
• Turn the POWER on and set the camera
to record pause mode. Extend the
viewfinder straight out, then adjust the
viewfinder focusing lever to suit your
eyesight.
• Rotate the viewfinder to an angle that
allows you to view comfortably. Store
the camera with the viewfinder flush
with the body of the camera.
• To view with the viewfinder, make sure
the LCD panel is either turned so that the
subject can monitor viewing, or totally
closed with the screen facing inwards.
Prepare the lens cap
• Attach the cord to the lens cap, and
pass the grip belt through the loop on
the cord.
• Hook the lens cap on to the grip belt
while you are recording, and place it
over the lens when you have finished.
Additional
Information
Fasten the grip belt
100
• Release the Velcro fastening and hold
the camera with your right hand while
you adjust the belt with your left.
Your index finger should reach the
zoom lever and photo button, and your
thumb should reach the start/stop button
comfortably.
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Attach the shoulder strap
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• For extra security and portability, attach
the shoulder strap before using the
camera.
• Pass the ends through the attachment
bars and adjust the length as shown.
• Be careful not to leave the viewfinder exposed to bright sunlight, or it will melt.
(The light is concentrated by the viewfinder lens.) Adjust the angle of the
viewfinder to prevent sunlight from entering.
Additional
Information
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Notes on Using the Batteries
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Charging and recording times
• These times vary — the safest policy is always to have two or three times as
many battery packs as you think you will need.
• You will get more recording time if you turn the camera off between shots,
instead of leaving it in record pause mode.
Battery pack
Time needed for
full recharge
Maximum
recording time
BP-511
BP-522 (optional)
1 hr. 35 min.
2 hr. 35 min.
Using the viewfinder: 1 hr. 40 min.
Using the LCD screen: 1 hr. 30 min.
3 hr. 40 min.
3 hr. 10 min.
• Recording time will be shorter than usual at low temperatures. You can use the
battery pack between 32° and 104°F (0° to 40°C), but it works best between 50°
and 86°F (10° to 30°C).
• If the battery pack starts to give you much less recording time than usual, it has
reached the end of its life and must be replaced.
• These figures show how long you can view playback with the LCD, after attaching a
fully-charged battery pack. Playback time will be shortened at low temperatures.
Battery pack
BP-511
BP-522
Playback time (using the LCD screen)
1 hr. 45 min.
3 hr. 35 min.
How much power is left?
The indicator in the display shows you
approximately how much charge the
battery pack has left:
↓
↓
Additional
Information
↓
102
• “CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK”
appears in the display for four
seconds when the power is
completely exhausted. The empty
battery mark then appears and starts
to flash. The power indicator light
also flashes.
• The indicator is not constant —
different levels will be shown when
you subject the battery pack and
camcorder to different conditions.
↓
100%
75%
50%
25%
CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK
↓
0%
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When to recharge
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You can recharge a lithium ion battery pack whenever it is convenient. Unlike a
conventional battery pack, it does not have to be fully discharged first. However,
as the battery pack will naturally discharge itself over time, it is best to charge it
the same day you plan to use it, or the day before.
Taking care of the battery pack
Always attach the terminal cover.
• Do not allow any metal objects to
touch the terminals, as this can cause
a short circuit and damage the battery
pack. Attach the terminal cover
whenever the battery pack is not
being used.
• Remember to remove the terminal
cover before using or charging the
battery pack.
B
D
Keep the terminals clean.
• The camera, adapter or battery pack will not work properly if the terminals are
dirty. Check them before use, and wipe them with a dry cloth or tissue if
necessary.
Storing the battery pack
• If you do not use a battery pack for a period of more than a few months any
remaining charge may cause damage to the battery pack, and reduce usage time.
To prevent damage therefore, aim to use a battery pack’s complete charge
before storage. See the BP-511 and BP-522 instructions for further details.
Additional
Information
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Installing the backup battery
Pull out the battery holder from the
base of the camera, and insert the
CR2025 lithium battery with the + side
facing upwards. Click the holder back
into place.
• You may find it useful to use a small
screwdriver to ease out the battery
holder.
This backup battery allows the camera to remember the date and time and other
settings when main power source is removed. It has a life span of about a year.
When it needs replacing (or if it has not been installed), the y mark flashes in the
display. Make sure to attach a power source to the camera first, so it will
remember your chosen settings when you change the battery.
DANGER!
Treat the battery pack with care.
• Keep it away from fire (or it might explode).
• Do not expose the battery pack to temperatures greater than 140°F (60°C).
Do not leave it near a heater, or inside a car in hot weather, for example.
• Do not try to disassemble or modify it.
• Do not drop or knock it.
• Do not get it wet.
WARNING!
Additional
Information
• The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if
mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C) or
incinerate.
• Replace the battery with a Sony, Sanyo or Panasonic CR2025, or Duracell
DL2025. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
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Cautions:
• Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools — this will cause
a short circuit.
• Wipe the battery with a clean, dry cloth to ensure proper contact.
• Keep the battery pack out of reach of children — if it is swallowed, contact a
physician immediately, as the battery case may break down and the battery
fluids damage the stomach and intestines.
• Do not disassemble, heat or immerse the battery in water, to avoid the risk of
explosion.
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Maintenance
Cautions
Avoid high temperatures and high humidity.
• Do not leave the camera inside a car in hot weather, for example.
• Be careful of heat radiating from video lighting equipment.
• Do not take the camera into a humid room.
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Avoid sudden changes in temperature.
• If you take the camera from a cold place to a warm place, condensation may
form on the lens and internal parts (
94).
Do not point the lens or viewfinder at strong light sources.
• Never point it at the sun, and do not leave it aimed at a bright subject.
• Be especially careful when leaving the camera on a tripod.
Avoid magnetic or electric fields.
• Do not use the camera close to TV transmitters, portable communication devices
or other sources of electric or magnetic radiation. They may cause picture
interference, or permanently damage the camera.
Do not expose the camera to water.
• Cover the camera when you are recording in rain or mist.
• There is a risk of electric shock if water gets inside the camera — contact
qualified service personnel as soon as possible.
Protect the lens.
• Sand and dust can damage the lens — be especially careful on windy days.
Handle the camera gently.
• Vibration or shock can cause damage.
• Do not use the viewfinder or LCD panel as a carrying handle.
Do not disassemble the camera.
• This is very dangerous as there is a risk of electric shock — if the camera does
not function properly, take it to qualified service personnel.
Additional
Information
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Storage
If you do not intend to use the camera for some time, store it in an area which is
free of dust and moisture, and where the temperature is no higher than 86°F
(30°C). After storage, check each part and function of your camera to make sure
everything is still working properly.
• These cautions also apply to accessories such as battery packs and cassettes.
Maintenance
Viewfinder
• Clean the viewfinder screen. Rotate the
viewfinder upwards. Remove the
viewfinder protect cover and clean by
inserting a cotton swab. When finished,
return it flush with the camera.
• The viewfinder screen scratches easily.
Take care when cleaning.
LCD
• Clean the LCD screen using a
commercially available glass cleaner.
• Where there is a big change in
temperature, moisture may form on the
surface of the screen. Wipe clean with a soft, dry cloth.
• At low temperatures the display may appear to be much darker than usual. This
is not a fault, and as the screen warms up the display will return to normal.
Additional
Information
Camera body and lens
• Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camera body or lens. Never use chemically
treated cloth or volatile solvents such as paint thinner.
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Video heads
• When mosaic-like noise appears on the playback picture,
the video heads may be dirty. When the video heads are
badly contaminated, the camera may show a blank blue
screen.
• For the best picture possible, after using the camera for
approximately 20 hours, clean the video heads using
Canon’s DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette. If the “noise”
remains, repeat the cleaning (up to maximum of five times).
• Do not use a wet-type cleaning cassette, as this can cause damage.
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Using the camera abroad
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Power sources
• You can use the compact power adapter to operate your camera and charge
battery packs in any country where the electricity supply is between 100 and
240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Contact your Canon dealer for information about plug
adapters for overseas use.
TV playback
• Although you can always play back your recordings on the LCD screen, your
camera can only be connected to TVs which use its NTSC system. This TV
system is used in the following countries:
American Samoa, Bahama, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia, Canada, Chile,
Columbia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guam, Guatemala,
Greenland, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Micronesia,
Myanmar, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Saint Lucia,
Surinam, Taiwan, Trinidad and Tobago, USA, Venezuela.
Additional
Information
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Condensation
Condensation may form on the camera when it is moved from a cold place to a
warm place. Using the camera while condensation is present can damage both the
tape and the camera.
Condensation may become a problem:
When you take the camera from a cold
place to a warm room
When a cold room is heated rapidly
When the camera is left in a humid room
When the camera is taken from an airconditioned room to a warm, humid place
Additional
Information
Protecting the camera from condensation
• Before you take the camera to a warm or humid place where condensation is
likely to be a problem, unload the cassette and put the camera in a plastic bag.
Wait until the camera reaches room temperature before you take it out of the
bag.
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What happens when condensation is detected
• “CONDENSATION HAS BEEN DETECTED” is displayed for approximately
four seconds. Then, the power indicator flashes and the h mark flashes in the
display. If there is a cassette in the camera, it stops automatically and
“REMOVE THE CASSETTE” is displayed for approximately four seconds and
then v flashes in the display. If you have the beep turned on, it will sound.
• The camera may not detect the condensation immediately — the condensation
warning may not start flashing for 10 to 15 minutes.
• You cannot load a cassette when condensation is detected.
What you should do
• Remove the cassette, leave the cassette compartment open, and turn the camera
off.
• Leave it in a dry place until the condensation evaporates. After the condensation
warning stops flashing, wait at least another hour before trying to use the
camera.
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Troubleshooting
Refer to this checklist first if you have any problems with your camcorder.
Possible explanations are given for each problem on the list — turn to the page
numbers in parentheses for more information.
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Make sure that the camera is properly connected if you are using it with a TV or
VCR. Consult your dealer or service outlet if problems persist.
Recording/Playback
Cause and/or what to do about it
? Nothing happens when I press the
buttons.
• The camera is not switched on
(
18, 27).
• The cassette is not loaded or is set for
erasure prevention (
16-17).
• The tape has reached the end.
• The power source is not properly
connected,or the battery pack is exhausted
or not properly attached (
11-15, 102).
• The function cannot be used in that
recording program (
52).
? The camera turned itself off.
• The camera was in record pause mode for
more than about five minutes (
18).
• The battery pack is exhausted
(
12-13, 102).
? The cassette compartment stopped
mid-operation while
loading/unloading a cassette.
• The battery pack’s power is exhausted.
Recharge or change to a new battery pack
(
12).
• The camera has mulfunctioned. Consult
your dealer or service outlet.
? The start/stop button doesn’t work.
• The cassette is not loaded or is set for
erasure prevention (
16-17).
• The tape has reached the end.
? There’s no picture in the display.
• The POWER switch is not set to camera
mode (
18).
? There’s a blank blue screen in the
display.
• You are attempting to play back or record
from a copyright protected cassette
(
89).
• The video heads are badly contaminated
(
106).
? The camera won’t focus.
• The camera is on manual focus (
71).
• The viewfinder lens needs adjusting
(
100).
• The lens is dirty (
106).
Additional
Information
Problem
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• Some subjects are not suitable for autofocus. In these situations, you will often
get better results using manual focus ( 71). Focus on something which is
about the same distance away, lock the focus, and then point the camera at your
original, hard-to-focus subject.
Horizontal stripes
Many subjects at
different distances
Behind glass
Without much
contrast (e.g. a
white wall)
Reflective surfaces
(e.g. shiny car
surfaces)
Fast moving
objects
Slanted subjects
Dark subjects
Night scenes
Additional
Information
Recording/Playback (Contd.)
110
Problem
Cause and/or what to do about it
? Some/all of the digital effects
don’t work.
• There are a number of restrictions on
using the digital effects. ( 56-63).
? The PLAY button doesn’t work.
• The POWER switch is not set to
VCR ( 27).
• The cassette is not loaded ( 16).
• The tape has reached the end.
? There’s a bright stripe on the
screen.
• When recording in dark places a
bright light in the scene may cause a
vertical light bar (“smear”) to appear.
This is a normal feature of
camcorders.
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? The playback picture is rough
(with mosaic-like noise).
• The video heads need cleaning
( 106).
? There’s no picture on the TV
screen, even though the tape is
moving.
• The video heads need cleaning
( 106).
• The TV/VIDEO selector on the TV
isn’t set to VIDEO ( 30).
? There’s no sound coming from the
speaker during playback.
• The speaker has been turned off with
the selector dial ( 26).
• Headphones are being used.
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Miscellaneous
Problem
Cause and/or what to do about it
? The wireless controller doesn’t
work.
• The remote sensor mode is set to
OFFB in the menu ( 39).
• The remote sensor modes of the
wireless controller and the camera
itself are different ( 39).
• The batteries are dead or not inserted.
? The tally lamp doesn’t flash.
• It is turned off (
? The power indicator is flashing.
• Check the screen displays (
? The camera malfunctions.
• External interference may cause the
camera’s microprocessor to
malfunction temporarily. If random
letters appear in the display or if
normal operation is interrupted,
remove and then replace the power
source.
? The DV cable is connected
correctly, but there’s nothing in
the display.
• Remove the cable and then reconnect
it or turn the power off and back on
again.
? The camera becomes warm
during use.
• This is not a malfunction.
40).
117).
Additional
Information
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The OPTURA Pi System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area)
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WS-20 Wrist Strap
SS-600 Shoulder Strap
WD-46 Wideconverter
WL-D74
Wireless
Controller
TL-46 Teleconverter
MiniDV
Video
Cassette
CR-560 Charge Adapter/
Car Battery Cable Kit
BP-500 Series
Battery Pack
FS-46U
Filter Set
SR-30.5/46
Step-up Ring
FS-46
Filter Set
CA-560 Compact
Power Adapter
BP-500 Series
Battery Pack
VL-3 Video Light
TV
S-150 S-video Cable
DM-50 Directional
Stereo Microphone
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
Additional
Information
220EX /380EX/550EX
Speedlite
SC-1000 Soft
Carrying Case
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SC-A50 Soft
Carrying Case
CV-150F DV Cable
FR-100 Floppy Disk
Still Image Recorder
VCR
Digital Device
Personal Computer
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Optional Accessories
Call or visit your local retailer/dealer for genuine Canon video accessories.
You can also obtain genuine accessories for your Canon camcorder by calling:
1-800-828-4040, Canon U.S.A. Information Center.
Battery packs
Extra batteries for use with the OPTURA
Pi.
BP-511
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BP-522
CR-560 Charge Adapter/Car Battery
Cable Kit
Connect the car battery cable to power
your camera or recharge battery packs on
the move. The car battery cable plugs into
your car’s cigarette lighter socket and runs
off a 12-24 V DC negative ground battery.
Also, when used with the CA-560 Compact
Power Adapter, this charge adapter can
charge the BP-500 series lithium ion
battery packs from an AC outlet.
SR-30.5/46 Step-up Ring
This makes it possible to use the
46 mm filters and converters (shown
below) with OPTURA Pi. When you attach
the filter or conversion lens, you cannot use
the supplied lens cap.
Additional
Information
TL-46 Tele-converter
This tele-converter lens increases the focal
length of the camera lens by a factor of 1.4.
• The image stabilizer is not as effective as
usual when the tele-converter is attached.
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WD-46 Wide-converter
This lens decreases focal length by a factor
of 0.7, giving you a wide perspective for
indoor shots or panoramic views.
• There may be some vignetting at the
extreme wide angle position.
FS-46 Filter Set
Three special effects filters to add a creative
touch to your recordings: multiple-image,
R-cross and zoom-spot.
• Focus manually when using special
effects filters.
FS-46U Filter Set
Ultraviolet, neutral density and circular
polarizing filters to help you take control of
difficult lighting conditions.
Additional
Information
220EX Speedlite
380EX Speedlite
550EX Speedlite
Attach to the OPTURA Pi to give
SLR-style flash photography.
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VL-3 Video Light
Attach the Video Light to a camcorder
when recording in dark rooms. When on its
automatic setting, the Video Light turns
on/off automatically according to the
brightness level of shooting conditions.
220EX
380EX
550EX
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DM-50 Directional Stereo Microphone
This highly sensitive, super-directional
microphone attaches to a camcorder’s
advanced accessory shoe. It is a highly
sensitive microphone that can be switched
between functioning as a directional
microphone (monaural) or a stereo
microphone that also clearly picks up
sounds arriving from the front of the
microphone, for full recorded sound.
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WS-20 Wrist Strap
Provides an extra measure of protection for
active shooting.
SC-1000 Soft Carrying Case
A handy camera bag with padded
compartments and plenty of space for
accessories.
Additional
Information
SC-A50 Soft Carrying Case
This lightweight bag keeps the camera
within easy reach without weighing you
down or getting in the way. Genuine
leather.
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FR-100 Floppy Disk Still Image Recorder
The FR-100 captures images taken with your
digital camcorder, compressing them in
JPEG format and recording them as still
images onto a floppy disk. Image files can
then be easily opened and viewed on your
computer.
O
RY CA
SO
VI
INE DE
N GENU
NO
This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you
use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand
accessories or products bearing the same mark.
ACCES
Provided accessories:
WL-74 Wireless Controller
CA-560 Compact Power
Adapter
BP-511 Battery Pack
SS-600 Shoulder Strap
S-150 S-video Cable
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
Lens cap
D83-0522-000
D85-1100-201
D85-1112-000
D81-1330-201
D82-0330-000
D82-0590-000
D52-0100-000
Optional accessories:
Additional
Information
CB-560 Car Battery Cable
CR-560 Charge Adapter/
Car Battery Cable Kit
BP-522 Battery Pack
SC-1000 Soft Carrying Case
SC-A50 Soft Carrying Case
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D82-0650-000
D85-0680-201
D85-1122-002
D81-1200-001
D81-1302-201
WD-46 Wide-converter
D78-0013-201
TL-46 Tele-converter
D78-0014-201
FS-46U Filter Set
D78-0008-201
FS-46 Filter Set
D78-0006-201
SR-30.5/46 Step-up Ring
D56-0060-201
220EX Speedlite (Flash Unit) C50-0741-201
380EX Speedlite (Flash Unit) C50-0721-201
550EX Speedlite (Flash Unit) C50-0731-011
VL-3 Video Light
D86-0121-002
DM-50 Directional Stereo Microphone
D84-0120-002
FR-100 Floppy Disk Still Image Recorder
D89-0732-002
WS-20 Wrist Strap
D81-0190-202
DVM-CL Digital Video
Head Cleaning Cassette
D36-0032-201
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Screen Displays
To display the date and time, press the
wireless controller’s DATA CODE
button.
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TV
SCREEN
Press the wireless controller’s TV
SCREEN button or turn TV SCREEN
on through the camera menu to see the
other displays on the TV screen. (The
displays appear white on-screen.) They
will not be added to any recordings you
make with the camera. For instructions
on how to hook the camera up to your
TV, see p. 30.
DATA
CODE
indicates a flashing display.
Turning off the LCD screen displays
You can turn off the displays to give you a clear screen for playback.
Set the camera to VCR mode, open the VCR menu and choose the DISPLAYS
option. Set the displays to OFF and then close the menu.
• The LCD screen will now be completely blank, but the camera will continue to
show warning/caution displays when necessary.
Record pause mode
(
18)
Recording (
19)
The backup battery is
not properly installed,
or needs replacing
(
104).
Shows how much
battery power remains
(
102).
No cassette is loaded,
or it is set for erasure
prevention
(
16, 17).
REC
Remaining tape
(Green: more than
five minutes.
Yellow: less than five
minutes.
Red: final few
seconds.)
5min
...finally, it tells you
when you have
completely run out of
tape.
END
The camera is ejecting
the tape (
16).
EJECT
The safety mechanism
is activated. Unload
the cassette and turn
the camera off. Turn it
on again and reload
the cassette.
Recording mode
(
20)
EJECT
Additional
Information
The battery pack is
exhausted (
102).
PAUSE
SP
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Playback is stopped
(
27).
STOP
1
1
Normal playback
(
27)
A/V Insert Editing
(
92)
Fast forward (
Rewind (
Photo/Date search
27)
FF
27)
REW
Audio Dubbing
(
95)
Zoom display (
Optical zoom
Fast forward playback
(
28)
22):
W
Rewind playback
(
28)
Optical plus digital
zoom
Frame advance
playback (
29)
Frame reverse
playback (
29)
W
T
Zoom in
W
T
Zoom out
W
T
The image stabilizer is
turned on (
34).
Playback pause
(forward and reverse)
(
28)
Camera menu
(
35)
Slow playback
(forward and reverse)
(
29)
/5
×2 playback (forward
and reverse) (
29)
×2
×1 playback (forward
and reverse) (
29)
×1
Photo Search (
CAM.MENU
SEL.SETSET
MENUCLOSE
SHUTTER•••••AUTO
D.ZOOM••••••ON
IMAGE S. •ON
16:9••••••••OFF
WHITE BAL.••AUTO
SELF–TIMER••OFF
WL.REMOTE••• 1
TALLY LAMP••ON
/5
VCR menu (
36)
×2
×1
Dubbing mode menu
(
84)
5
77)
Additional
Information
PHOTO SEARCH
118
Date Search (
5
77)
VCR MENU
SEL.SETSET
MENUCLOSE
DUB MODE
REC.SET UP
WL.REMOTE••• 1
REC MODE••••SP
DATA CODE•••DATE/TIME
D/TIME SEL.•DATE & TIME
–
+
BRIGHTNESS••
DISPLAYS••••ON
DUB MODE
SP
STOP
0:56:34:12
FADE IN
EFFECT
FADE OUT
DUB STANDBY
DATE SEARCH
Zero set memory
(forward and reverse)
(
78)
T
SEL.SETSET
MENUCLOSE
RTN
RTN
Record set up menu
(
81)
REC.SET UP
SEL.SETSET
MENUCLOSE
DUB MODE
RECORDER••••[ 1]–[A]
CUT-IN ADJ.•• 0:00
CUT-OUT ADJ.• 0:00
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The remote sensor is
turned off (
39).
Manual exposure
display (
68):
Exposure locked
E
E.LOCK ±0
Self-timer countdown
(
66)
10sec
SELF T.
Zero set memory
(
78)
Audio mode (
Data code (
0:00:00
64)
75)
Brighter than standard
exposure level
E.LOCK +5
Darker than standard
exposure level
E.LOCK –5
Manual focus is
selected (
71).
M.FOCUS
M
16bit
F1.0
1/500
12:00 AM
JAN. 1,2000
Shutter speed (
69)
1/250
Progressive scan
mode (
44)
Photo mode (
PRO.SCAN
46)
PHOTO
• Setting the AF/AE. F
mark flashes white
• AF/AE locked. F
mark lights up green
• Timer
10sec
Recording programs
(
52).
The 16:9 effect: the
display flashes when
the effect is being
selected, and appears
steadily when it is
activated (
20).
Digital effects. The
display flashes when
the function is being
selected and appears
steadily when it is
activated (
56).
AUTO
SPORTS
PORTRAIT
SPOTLIGHT
SAND&SNOW
16:9
FADE–T
WIPE
SCROLL
M.FADE
ART
BLK&WHT
LOW LIGHT
SEPIA
MOSAIC
MULTI–S
Flash is charged
S mark lights up green
(
48).
Additional
Information
Flash is charging
S mark flashes white
(
48).
Accessory attached to
accessory shoe has
connected
(
49, 50).
White balance is
(
72)
Set
W
Indoor
T
Outdoor U
C
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The wind screen is
turned on (
65).
WSON
Time Code
0:12:34:56
Volume level (
26)
VOLUME
–
+
VOLUME
OFF
Audio output (
98)
STEREO1
STEREO2
MIX/FIXED
MIX/VARI
Mix balance (
Recording reminder
98)
ST–1
A/V INSERT
Audio dubbing
(
95)
AUDIO DUB.
DV input (
96)
88)
Condensation warning
(
108)
Additional
Information
0sec
10sec
Microphone input
(
96)
120
ST–2
Audio/visual insert
(
92)
Audio input (
This records counter information,
including hour, minute, second, and
frame number on a special data code
area on the tape itself. It is reset
automatically when a new tape is
loaded. In camera mode, the frame
number doesn’t appear in the display.
AUDIO IN
MIC. IN
DV IN
When you start recording, the camera
counts from 0SEC to 10SEC. Shots
which are shorter than ten seconds may
be difficult to edit later. On the other
hand, if you are not planning to edit the
recording, remember that a shot which
does not contain action should
generally last no longer than ten
seconds.
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The camera displays various caution
phrases — they appear for four
seconds before disappearing.
Refer to p.89
Appears each time
you turn the power
on, until you set the
time zone, date and
time (
41).
Appears when you try
to do audio dubbing
or A/V insert on a
tape recorded in LP
mode(
92, 95).
CHECK THE CASSETTE
[LP MODE]
Appears when you try
to do audio dubbing
on a tape recorded in
16-bit audio or 12-bit,
4-channel mode
(
95-97).
CHECK THE CASSETTE
[AUDIO MODE]
Appears when the
camera detects a
blank section of a tape
during audio dubbing
or A/V insert
(
92-94).
CHECK THE CASSETTE
[BLANK]
Appears when the
battery pack is
exhausted
(
12, 102).
Appears when the
tape has reached the
end.
SET THE TIME ZONE,
DATE AND TIME
CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK
TAPE END
Refer to p.17
THE TAPE IS SET FOR
ERASURE PREVENTION
Appears if you press
the REC PAUSE
button when the DV
cable is not connected
properly (
88).
COPYRIGHT PROTECTED
DUBBING RESTRICTED
CHECK THE DV INPUT
Refer to p.108
CONDENSATION
HAS BEEN DETECTED
REMOVE THE CASSETTE
Additional
Information
Appears as a warning
to protect the tape and
also when
condensation is
detected. Remove the
tape as soon as
possible after the
camera has displayed
the caution.
Refer to p.89
COPYRIGHT PROTECTED
PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED
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Specifications
Additional
Information
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Power Supply (rated): 7.4 V DC
Power Consumption (while recording
with the AF turned on):
4.7 W (Using viewfinder),
5.5 W (Using LCD screen)
Television system:
EIA standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC
color signal
Video recording system:
2 rotary heads, helical scanning
DV system (Consumer digital VCR SD
system)
Digital component recording
Audio recording system: PCM digital
sound: 16 bit (48kHz/2ch),
12 bit (32kHz/4ch)
Image sensor: 1/4” Progressive Scan CCD
(charge coupled device) 380,000 pixels
(360,000 effective pixels)
Tape format: Videocassettes bearing the
D mark.
Tape speed:
SP: 3/4 ips (18.81 mm/s);
LP: 1/2 ips (12.56 mm/s)
Maximum recording time:
SP: 80 minutes (with a 80 min. cassette);
LP: 120 minutes (with a 80 min. cassette)
Fast forward/rewind time:
Approx. 2 min. 30 sec. (with a
60 min. cassette)
Lens: F/1.6–2.5, 12× power zoom,
4.1–49.2 mm
Focusing system: TTL autofocus, manual
focusing possible
Minimum focusing distance: 3ft 33/8 in
(1 m), 3/8 inch (1 cm) on maximum wide
angle.
Maximum shutter speed:
1/4,000 sec
Minimum illumination: 2.5 lx (using the
low light program)
Recommended illumination:
More than 100 lx
Filter diameter: 30.5 mm
Viewfinder: 0.44-inch, TFT color LCD
(approx. 113,000 pixels)
LCD screen: 3.5 in measured diagonally,
TFT color, 200,000 pixels (approx.)
Microphone: Stereo electret condenser
microphone
DV Terminal: Special 4-pin connector
(conforms to IEEE1394)
Output level:
Video terminal: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms
unbalanced
S-video terminal: 1 Vp-p (Y signal),
0.286 Vp-p (C signal)
Audio terminal: –10dBV, less than 3
kohms, unbalanced
Input level:
Video terminal: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms
unbalanced
S-video terminal: 1 Vp-p (Y signal),
0.286 Vp-p (C signal)
Audio terminal: ø 3.5 mm (L, R),
unbalanced
–10dBV/47 kΩ (LINE), unbalanced
Microphone terminal: ø 3.5 mm stereo
mini-jack, – 61 dBV (with 600 Ω mic)/
at least 5 kΩ (MIC)
Operating temperature range: 32–104 °F
(0–40 °C)
Dimensions: 25/8 × 33/8 × 57/8 in
(68 × 87 × 148 mm)
Weight: 1lb 6 7/8 oz approx. (650 g)
BP-511 Battery Pack
Battery type: Rechargeable lithium ion
battery
Rated voltage: 7.4 V DC
Operating temperature: 32°–104°F
(0°–40°C)
Battery capacity: 1100 mAh
Dimensions: 11/2 × 7/8 × 21/8 in
(38 × 21 × 55 mm)
Weight: 21/2 oz (70 g)
Weight and dimensions are approximate
Errors and omissions excepted.
Subject to change without notice.
Canon is a trademark of Canon Inc.
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Index
16:9, 20
Digital Zoom, 22
Dubbing Function, 79
DV Dubbing, 88
Å
Abroad, Using the Camera, 107
Accessories, 6, 113
Adapter, AC, 11
AE Programs, 52
Analog line-in, 90
Art, 59
Audio Dubbing, 95
Audio Mix, 98
Audio Mode, 64
Audio Output, 99
Audio Recording and Playback,
26,64
Audio/Video Terminals, 31
Auto, 54
Autofocus, 71
A/V Insert, 92
ı
Backup Battery, 104
Basic Recording, 18
Battery Charger, 14
Battery Pack, 12, 14, 15, 103
Beep, 21
Black and White, 59
Ç
Î
Data Code, 74
Date and Time, 41
Date Search, 77
Demo mode, 21
Digital Effects, 56
Digital Motor Drive, 44
Digital Video, 7
‰
Easy Recording, 54
Effects, 59
Exposure, 68
External Microphone, 64, 95
Ï
Fade Trigger, 58
Faders, 58
Fast Forward, 27
Feedback, 31
Finding Your Way Around
the OPTURA Pi, 8
Flash Photography, 48
Floppy Disk Still Image Recorder, 45
Focusing, 71
Ó
Head Cleaning, 106
Headphones, 26
È
Image Stabilizer, 34
Introducing the OPTURA Pi, 7
Ò
LANC, 87
LCD Screen, 23
Lens Cap, 100
Loading Cassettes, 16
Low Light, 55
LP Mode, 20
˜
Maintenance, 105
Making Better Videos, 32
Manual Exposure Control, 68
Manual Focus, 71
Menus, 35
Microphone, 50, 64, 95
Monitor Recording, 25
Mosaic, 58, 59
Mosaic Fade, 58
Multi-image Screen, 62
Additional
Information
Cables, 6, 30
Cassettes, 16
Charging the Battery Pack,
12-15, 102
Choosing a Recording Program, 52
Cleaning the Camera, 106
Clock, 43
Condensation, 108
Connection to TV or VCR, 30
Cut-in and Cut-out, 85
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Spotlight, 55
Storage, 106
Still Picture, 46
S-video, 30
System Diagram, 112
Optical Image Stabilizer, 34
Optional Accessories, 113
∏
Pause, Record, 18
Photo Search, 77
Playback, 27
Playback Connection, 30
Playback Pause, 28
Portrait, 55
Power Adapter, 11, 13
Powering Your Camcorder, 11
Pre-Marked Position, 78
Preparing the Camera, 100
Problems, 109
Progressive Scan Mode, 44
Recharging the Battery Pack, 103
Recorder, 82
Recording, 18
Recording Programs, 52
Record Pause Mode, 18
Record Review, 51
Record Search, 51
Remote Control, 38
Remote Sensor, 39
Rewind, 27
Using the Camera Abroad, 107
Using the Menus, 35
◊
VCR, 30
Videocassettes, 16
Video Heads, 106
Video ID-1 system, 31
Video Light, 49
Viewfinder, 100, 106
„
Í
Additional
Information
Tally Lamp, 40
Tape Protection, 17
Telephoto, 22
Temperature, 104, 106
Time Code, 120
Time Zone, 41
Tips for Making Better Videos, 32
Tripod, 32
Troubleshooting, 109
TV, 30, 117
Ë
Â
124
Ê
S1 video input terminal, 30
Sand & Snow, 55
Screen Displays, 117
Scroll, 58
Self-Timer, 66
Sepia, 59
Shoulder Strap, 101
Shutter Speed, 69
Speaker, 26
Specifications, 122
Speedlite, 48
SP Mode, 20
Sports, 54
White Balance, 72
Wide-angle, 22
Widescreen TV, 20
Wind Screen, 65
Wipe, 58
Wireless Controller, 38
Û
Zero Set Memory, 78
Zooming, 22
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U.S.A.
CANON® OPTURA Pi DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER LIMITED
WARRANTY
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The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. (“CUSA”) with respect to each Canon OPTURA Pi
Digital Video Camcorder (“DV Camcorder”) purchased and used in the United States.
Each Canon DV Camcorder, when delivered to you in new condition in its original container, is warranted against defective
material or workmanship as follows: for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase (three (3) months in the
case of the video head part), defective parts or DV Camcorders returned to a CUSA factory service center (“CUSA Center”)
or an authorized DV Camcorder service facility (“Service Facility”), and proven to be defective upon inspection, will be
repaired or exchanged for new or comparable rebuilt parts or DV Camcorders. The warranty period for repaired or
replacement parts or DV Camcorders shall begin upon shipment of the same, but shall in no event exceed the original
warranty period of the defective part or DV Camcorder.
Non-Canon brand peripheral equipment and software which may be distributed with Canon DV Camcorders are sold
“AS IS”, without warranty of any kind by CUSA, including any implied warranty regarding merchantability or fitness
for a particular purpose. The sole warranty with respect to such non-Canon brand items is given by the manufacturer
or producer thereof.
CUSA shall have no responsibility under this limited warranty for use of Canon DV Camcorders in conjunction with
incompatible peripheral equipment and incompatible software.
In order to obtain warranty service, contact the authorized Canon retail dealer from whom you purchased the DV Camcorder
or call the CANON INFORMATION CENTER AT 1-800-828-4040 (which is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (E.S.T.),
Monday through Friday, excluding holidays). Have your unit serial number and your date of purchase available when you
make the call to expedite service. In either case you will be directerd to ship the DV Camcorder, postage prepaid, to the
CUSA Center or Service Facility nearest to you. You must include a copy of the proof of purchase (bill of sale) and a
complete explanation of the problem. DV Camcorders covered by this limited warranty will be repaired and returned to you
without charge by the CUSA Center or the Service Facility. Repairs not under warranty will be at such cost as the CUSA
Center or Service Facility may from time to time generally establish.
This limited warranty covers all defects encountered in normal use of the DV Camcorder, and does not apply in the following
cases:
(a) Loss of or damage to the DV Camcorder due to abuse, mishandling, improper packaging by you, alteration, accident,
leaking batteries, exterior nicks, scratches or dents, electrical current fluctuations, failure to follow operating instructions,
maintenance and environmental instructions prescribed in CUSA’s instruction manual, or service performed by other than
a CUSA Center or Service Facility.
(b) Use of parts or supplies (other than those sold by CUSA) which cause damage to the DV Camcorder or cause abnormally
frequent service calls or service problems.
(c) If any DV Camcorder has had its serial number or dating altered or removed.
This limited warranty does not apply to accessories or consumables for the DV Camcorder, which are sold “AS IS”, without
warranty of any kind by CUSA.
Additional
Information
NO IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, APPLIES TO THE DV CAMCORDER AFTER THE APPLICABLE PERIOD OF
EXPRESS WARRANTY STATED ABOVE, AND NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY, EXCEPT
AS MENTIONED ABOVE, GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THE DV
CAMCORDER SHALL BIND CUSA. (SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN
IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU) CUSA SHALL NOT
BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUES OR PROFITS, EXPENSE FOR SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR
SERVICE, STORAGE CHARGES, LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE DV
CAMCORDER, REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED, AND EVEN IF
CUSA HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY
KIND AGAINST CUSA BE GREATER IN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE DV CAMCORDER
SOLD BY CUSA AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, YOU
ASSUME ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR PROPERTY AND
TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE DV
CAMCORDER NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF CUSA. (SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW
THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.) THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE
OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF ANY DV CAMCORDER, OR THE PERSON FOR WHOM IT
WAS PURCHASED AS A GIFT, AND STATES YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Canon U.S.A., Inc.
One Canon Plaza
Lake Success, New York 11042
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CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED
WARRANTY
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc. (“Canon Canada”) with respect to Canon digital video equipment
purchased in Canada. This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of a bill of sale or other proof of purchase for this Canon
digital video equipment to a Canon Service Facility when repairs are required.
Canon consumer video digital equipment is warranted under normal, non-commercial, personal use, against defective materials or
workmanship as follows:
Parts: Defective parts will be exchanged for new parts or, at Canon Canada’s option, comparable rebuilt parts for a period of one year
from the date of original purchase, except Video Heads which will be exchanged for a period of 3 months from the date of purchase.
Labour: For a period of one year from the date of original purchase, labour will be provided free of charge by our Canon Service
Facilities in Canada.
This limited warranty covers all defects except where:
(a) The loss or damage to the product results from:
i) accident, natural disaster, mishandling, abuse, neglect, unauthorized product modification or failure to follow instructions
contained in the instruction manual;
ii) the use of accessories, attachments, products, supplies, parts or devices with this Canon product that do not conform to
Canon specifications or that cause abnormally frequent service problems;
iii) repairs or services performed by any party other than a Canon Service Facility;
iv) defective batteries or any exposure to water, sand or dirt;
v) shipping (claim must be presented to the shipper);
(b) Any serial number on the video equipment is altered or removed.
(c) The digital video equipment is used for commercial, professional or industrial purposes.
This limited warranty does not cover the cabinet (exterior finish) of the digital video equipment, video cassette tapes, head cleanings,
nor does it apply to digital video equipment purchased outside Canada.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
Ship your Canon digital video equipment in its original carton, box or equivalent, properly packed, fully insured with shipping charges
prepaid, together with a copy of your bill of sale or other proof of purchase and a description of the problem to any of the Canon
Service Facilities in Canada.
LIMITATIONS
Except as otherwise required by applicable legislation, this warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, conditions, guarantees or
representations, express or implied, statutory or otherwise, relative to this Canon product, including implied warranties or conditions of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Canon Canada assumes no liability for special, consequential or incidental damages or loss that may arise, whether on account of
negligence or otherwise, from the use, misuse or inability to use this Canon product (including loss of profit, revenue, video tapes or
enjoyment) or from failure to conform to any express or implied warranties, conditions, guarantees or representations. Any recovery
under this limited warranty shall not exceed the purchase price of the product. Canon Canada does not assume or authorize any other
person to assume for Canon Canada any other liability with respect to this Canon product.
This warranty does not extend to any person other than the original purchaser of this Canon product or the person for whom it was
purchased as a gift and states your exclusive remedy.
Additional
Information
NOTICE TO CONSUMER
If you plan to take important videos or if the product has not been used for some time, please check all functions with the instruction
book before using it.
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